By Local Artist, Sow The Magic!
The Mexican Sour Gherkin (Melothria scabra) is a charming heirloom that produces tiny, grape-sized cucumbers with a crisp bite and a refreshing tang.
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These vigorous vines are covered in miniature fruits that look like baby watermelons and taste as if they’ve been pickled already—sweet, tart, and delightfully unique.
In tarot, the Two of Cups represents harmony, partnership, and mutual respect. Much like this cucumber’s perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy tang, it reminds us that true connection thrives through complement and contrast. A symbol of shared values, this plant pairs beautifully with traditional cucumber varieties for salads, snacks, and pickling.
• Unique heirloom producing tangy grape-sized cucumbers
• Flavor combines sweetness with natural citrus notes
• Compatible with all cucumber recipes and great for pickling
• Symbol of partnership and harmonious growth
• Sustainably grown in the USA non-GMO open-pollinated seeds
• Mindfully packaged with eco-friendly materials
• Each tarot seed packet connects intention with growth—your ritual your way
Plant:Â Direct seed 1" deep
Spacing:Â 3" apart in groups
Germination: 3–10 days
Maturity:Â 75 days
Soil:Â Fertile and warm
Hardiness: Zones 1–8
Support:Â Cage, stake, or trellis
Light:Â Full sun (minimum 6 hours)
Life Cycle:Â Annual
Seeds Included:Â Melothria scabra
• Seed Count: Approximately 15 seeds per packet