Perfect lunchbox snacks, these exciting little 'cucino' fruits can be eaten straight from the plant without peeling. Crisp, flavoursome mini-fruits are produced prolifically throughout the season indoors or in a sheltered position outdoors.
Sow February to May. Sow seed 1cm (½ inch) deep, in 7.5cm (3½ inch) pots of free-draining compost. Place in a propagator and keep at a temperature of around 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination, usually 5 to 7 days.
When first true leaves develop, transplant into 13cm (5 inch) pots. Finally, plant into 25cm (10 inch) pots or into growbags. Grow on at at least 15C (59F). Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Train along wire, allowing the main shoot to reach the tip. Pinch out growing point and allow two sideshoots to trail downwards. Keep plants moist at all times, and shade if necessary. Keep humidity high and pick fruits regularly.
Flowering Period: Cropping: Harvest June to October
Plant Type: Vegetable
4 seeds
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