Cucumber – African Horned (Kiwano) – Eden Seeds

Cucumber – African Horned (Kiwano)

Also known as Kiwano, this unusual melon develops orange, horned skin around jelly-like green pulp. Scoop out the mildly sweet-tart flesh for drinks, desserts or fruit salads.

Cucumis metuliferus

Packet contents: approximately 40 seeds. Check the packet for the current seed count.

Growing notes

• Sowing depth: 10–20 mm
• Plant spacing: 60–100 cm
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Free-draining soil
• Establishment: Maintain even moisture while seeds germinate
• Support: Provide supports for climbing growth or heavily laden plants

Sowing seasons in Australia

• Tropical: Spring to autumn
• Subtropical: Spring to summer
• Mild: Spring after frost to early summer
• Cold / frost: Start under protection in spring and transplant after all danger of frost

Use these as a seasonal guide and adjust for local weather and frost.

Everyday price: $5.25 each.
Mix & Match: 4+ packets $4.95 each; 10+ packets $4.50 each across Eden Seeds + Select Organic.

Variety and growing information: Eden Seeds — Cucumber African Horned Seeds.