It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t appreciate the cute factor of mouse melons. Also known as Mexican gherkins, the fruit of Melothria scabra looks like watermelons shrunk for a dollhouse tea party.

Gardener holding a basket full of harvested produce in the garden - soul_studio/Shutterstock While backyard food growers aren't going to stop planting common crops ...

Q: Do you have an idea for an uncommon vegetable for a small-space container garden next summer? The location has full sun and I can give the plant a support stake if needed. A: I think cucamelons ...

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 ...

Floral flavours and little-known exotic fruits, such as the Mexican cucamelon, are "on trend" flavours and will allow manufacturers to create “unexpected” taste profiles, says Sensient. At this year’s ...

While backyard food growers aren't going to stop planting common crops like tomatoes and green beans any time soon, the idea of growing a unique fruit or vegetable at home is tempting for both ...