Cucurbita ficifolia | Seven Year Melon | 1000 SEEDS Selection of the Week upright growth habit ideal for

upright growth habit ideal for screens or hedges

Belongs to the versatile and beneficial legume family

aromatic plants cherished for their fragrant spice that enhances many culinary dishes

sharp spines for protection

Cucurbita ficifolia | Seven Year Melon | 1000 SEEDS Selection of the Week upright growth habit ideal forCucurbita ficifolia, also known as the Seven Year Melon, produces a unique and versatile plant valued in Latin American cuisine. This edible gourd is famous for its distinctive dark green skin with pale stripes. People call it the Fig leaf Gourd due to its large, lobed leaves resembling those of a fig tree. Gardeners appreciate its frost resistant qualities, allowing growth in cooler climates. The Cucurbita ficifolia Seven Year Melon develops fruits