Larger than C. myriocarpus , smaller than C. africanus , and softer than both varieties.

Long shelf life and retains color longer.

Moderate climbing behaviour.

Cucumis hirsutus are exclusively ornamental fruits.

Pre-cultivation with sowing from March in the greenhouse, followed by planting out, produces the best results.

Outdoor cultivation is possible, preferably on mulch foil.

We recommend hanging the vines on a fence: the fruits stay clean and are easier to harvest.