{"title":"Melon Pear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMelon pear (pepino) seeds — sweet, exotic fruit from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe melon pear, or pepino, is an intriguing exotic fruit — sweet, juicy and tasting somewhere between melon and pear, on a tender relative of the tomato. Grow it from seed within our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fruits\"\u003efruit seed\u003c\/a\u003e range. New to fruit from seed? Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/cultivating-fruit-from-seed-a-complete-guide-for-gardeners\"\u003efruit growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e covers the basics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pepino needs warmth and a long season — the calendar shows when to sow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/fruit-sowing-calendar\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#66971d;color:#ffffff;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eOpen the fruit sowing calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-germinate-seeds\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffffff;color:#3f6312;border:1.5px solid #9cc35f;padding:10.5px 21px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eHow to germinate seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA taste between melon and pear\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBearing pretty purple-streaked, golden fruit, the pepino is a fun, unusual crop for a greenhouse or sunny spot — a close relative of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melon\"\u003emelon\u003c\/a\u003e in spirit and our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/culinary-fruits\"\u003eculinary fruits\u003c\/a\u003e in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing melon pear from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow indoors in warmth in early spring, pot on, and grow in a greenhouse or the warmest, sunniest spot you have. Treat it like a tomato — feed and water well in summer — and protect it from frost, as it's tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing exotic fruit? Here's where to look next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melon\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#66971d;color:#ffffff;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBrowse melons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/culinary-fruits\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffffff;color:#3f6312;border:1.5px solid #9cc35f;padding:10.5px 21px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eCulinary fruits\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePopular fruit categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/culinary-fruits\"\u003eCulinary Fruits\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/melon\"\u003eMelon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/watermelon\"\u003eWatermelon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/container-friendly-fruits\"\u003eContainer Fruits\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fruits\"\u003eAll Fruit Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"\/\"\u003eSeedsChoice\u003c\/a\u003e, every order ships from Meppel, NL with fast, tracked EU delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"melon-pear-seeds-solanum-muricatum","title":"Melon Pear Seeds Solanum Muricatum Perennial Fruit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMelon pear seeds for exotic home growing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emelon pear seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are grown for pepino, an unusual fruiting plant valued for its decorative foliage and distinctive, mild-tasting fruit. Also known as pepino seeds or pepino melon pear, this specialty choice suits gardeners looking for exotic fruit seeds to raise in protected conditions. The plant can be enjoyed as a leafy ornamental indoors and, with the right setting, as a productive greenhouse fruit plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant habit, appearance, and typical uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanically identified as \u003cem\u003eSolanum muricatum\u003c\/em\u003e, this perennial fruit plant typically forms a compact, upright habit and can reach around 80 cm in height. The attractive leaves make it a popular option for container grown fruit plant displays, especially where a decorative, tropical look is desired. The fruit is commonly used fresh in fruit or vegetable salads, and it can also be cooked in savory dishes such as ragout, making it a versatile culinary addition without being a traditional orchard crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest placement for greenhouse and container culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, provide a bright position with plenty of light and protect the plant from frost. Many growers choose melon pear seeds for greenhouse setups or as melon pear pot plant seeds for patios, conservatories, and sunny indoor spaces. As greenhouse fruit plant seeds, they are well suited to hobby greenhouses and large containers where warmth and shelter can be maintained for steady growth and fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51743804260689,"sku":"SHA-GRO-031108-6","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-GRO-031108-6_1_3e4837df-1d22-45e8-b10a-730ab2b50e39.png?v=1778194321"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/collections\/Melon_Pear.png?v=1780841727","url":"https:\/\/seedschoice.de\/collections\/melon-pear.oembed","provider":"SeedsChoice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}