'Facussa' Chate Cucumber

Cucumis melo subsp. Chate Seeds per pack ~15 Germination: 95% Dec 2024 Packed for 2025   Origins & History: The 'Facussa' Chate is a rare and traditional variety of Cucumis melo subsp. chate, cultivated primarily in Mediterranean regions, particularly North Africa and Southern Italy. This subspecies, known as chate melons, has been historically grown in Egypt and parts of the Middle East, where it thrives in hot, arid conditions. The 'Facussa' variety is especially notable in Sicilian and Maltese gardening traditions, where it is often associated with heirloom vegetable cultivation. Characteristics:  ‘Facussa’  are elongated and cylindrical, resembling a cross between a cucumber and a melon. The skin is usually pale green, sometimes with faint stripes. Unlike sweet melons, the flesh is firm, crisp, and mildly flavored, similar to a young cucumber. It has a mild, slightly sweet taste with a refreshing crunch, making it ideal for fresh consumption. It is a vigorous climbing vine with