Sowing Instructions:
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Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost or sow directly after frost has passed.
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Plant seeds ½ inch deep in warm, well-drained soil (70–90°F).
Sunlight & Spacing:
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Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily).
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Space plants 36 inches apart in rows 4–6 feet apart.
Watering & Care:
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Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth.
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Reduce watering as fruits mature to increase sweetness.
Harvesting:
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Fruits are ready in 80–90 days when the skin turns beige and the stem slips easily from the vine.
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Best harvested early in the morning when fully ripe.
