Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Are you looking for something different to grow in your vegetable garden this year? Do you want to find a fun way to engage young ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Part of the fun of growing your own food is tasting something you’d never see in stores. Cucamelon is a very trendy plant right now for home gardeners, and it probably deserves a spot ...

Cucurbits such as courgettes, cucumbers and squash produce fruits all season long – including one that makes a perfect summer drink garnish I absolutely love cucurbits. They belong to the gourds, a ...

1. What is a cucamelon? According to the Huffington Post, the cucamelon is a fruit that looks like a tiny watermelon but tastes more like a lime-dipped cucumber. It's also known as Mexican sour ...

The cucamelon, Melothria scabra, is similar to a cucumber with a crisp bite and an aromatic, citrusy flavor. Its petite striped appearance lends it a number of alternative nicknames, from “Sandia de ...

Cucamelons from Forts Ferry Farm in Colonie. Cucamelons from Forts Ferry Farm in Colonie. In this biweekly Farmers Market Spotlight, we feature a food item that’s available at a Capital Region farmers ...

Have you ever tried growing miniature vegetables? Small versions of full-sized vegetables are the latest trend in specialty gardening, and they’re popping up in gourmet shops and high-end restaurants ...

Cucamelons are a warm-season crop, thriving in temperatures above 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and can be grown from seed indoors or directly outdoors. These plants are easy to grow in full-sun locations ...