Pepino Melon Plant – 10 Inch Live Plant in Pot | Golden Sweet Ginseng Fruit | Ready to Plant Starter

Grow your own sweet and refreshing fruit with this Pepino Melon plant (Solanum muricatum), delivered live in a pot and ready to plant. This 10-inch plant is already established, giving you a faster start toward producing delicious golden fruits with a flavor similar to melon and pear.

Pepino is a compact, fast-growing plant ideal for patios, containers, or garden beds. Its attractive foliage and unique fruit make it a standout addition to any edible garden. Perfect for beginners and experienced growers alike.

Each plant is carefully packaged and shipped in its pot to ensure a smooth transition to your home.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 Pepino melon live plant (approx. 10 inches)
✔️ Shipped in nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, established plant
✔️ Ready to plant upon arrival
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Pepino Melon / Golden Sweet Pepino / Ginseng Fruit
Botanical Name: Solanum muricatum
Plant Type: Fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Live potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (gradual exposure after arrival)
Soil: Well-draining soil (loam, sand, compost mix)
Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
Mature Height: 2–4 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 9–11 (container friendly in cooler climates)
Fruit: Sweet yellow melon-like fruit
Special Features: Fast fruiting, compact size, edible garden favorite
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Keep in shade for the first 1–2 weeks after arrival, then gradually introduce to more sunlight. Maintain consistent moisture but avoid soggy soil.