Benincasa hispida ' Qingpin'

Description

This trailing plant produces strong branches that are resistant to dryness and disease. Harvest time is approximately 135 days after sowing. Very suitable plant for storing. The fruit has a cylindrical shape and is about 40cm (16in) long and about 25cm (10in) in diameter. The rind is green with small white hairs. Each fruit weighs about 6kg. Start indoors 90 days before planting out in the garden.