Bitter Melon Short Heirloom Seed

Momordica charantia (hybrid)

Item #0122

80 days. The bitterness of bitter melon (also called Balsam Pear) is due to quinine; a taste for this flavor can be acquired by anyone! The sharp flavor softens as it absorbs other flavors. A perfect complement to beef, poultry or seafood whether stir-fried, stewed, steamed, braised or curried. Has an unusual cooling effect when eaten in the heat of summer. See inside of packet for cooking hints and suggestions! 6' - 8' vine is best grown on a trellis or fence.

This packet plants 6 to 10 plants.

This variety comes in our universal packet with all standard information inside.

Days to Emerge:
10-20 days

Seed Depth:
1”

Seed Spacing:
6'-8"

Row Spacing:
Sow against fence or trellis

Thinning:
Not necessary

When to sow outside: 1 to 2 weeks after last chance of spring frost and when temperatures are warm.

When to start inside: Recommended for cold winter climates. 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost. Seedlings don't transplant well – use pulp pots and transplant directly into soil.

Artist: Carolyn Crawford

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