Growing Pepinos from cuttings, a great gift idea..

[@rockers7889]

Its nice to have a helper in the garden , as long as they are not a clock watcher . I reward my kids for helping 🤑

[@Mischiou]

Absolutely love this. I'm from Holland, but got my hands on a Pepino plant which did great. I'm going to try and grow some cuttings. Thanks so much.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope they grow well for you Mischiou. 😁

[@henrygutierrez3004]

Pepinos are original from Chile,you can grow them in any tropical area,you need to grow them in a sunny morning and shade in the afternoon an you do it by cutting with soft soil and water them 3 times a week till mature plant.good rain help to grow quickly.if you Ike to use a big pot and grow them like that instead in the ground then make sure you use good soil.

[@ariesred777]

Very educational and well produced video.Thanks.

[@purpleluna8413]

Awesome my plant is doing well facing North against a brick wall in.Albury during winter of the house. Got one small fruit tasted like rockmelon and cucumber diff but nice. Look forward to bigger fruit Picked when very yellow end purple distinct stripes

[@RobsAquaponics]

Nice one PL.👍 They would have to be one of the easiest fruits to grow for us. Unfortunately we lost our plant not long after moving back home when the renovations were finished. Will be getting another down the road though. Cheers & happy Harvesting.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks for that Mart.. I already use small ones for germination rate testing.. Have a great one...

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Brock.. They all should be making their way to new homes soon.. Cheers

[@dennischerogony9393]

Thanks!!! Adding to this!!! The best way to root any cutting is to sprinkle water on the cuttings and put em in a dark place for 3days then plant them....darkness works miracles .

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Dale... That's how I did the rosemary & lavender last time & had a great strike rate (until I forgot to water them).. Am going to try again now as I would like to plant some in the front garden come the end of summer... Thanks Dale & have a great one..

[@preparedchipmunk]

I did some cherry tomatoes this summer and it went well. After seeing this I am going to take cuttings on both my rosemary and lavender thanks to you. Wish we had pepino in Chicago.

[@RobsAquaponics]

They like the warm weather here so suspect (but not sure) they might be an annual there.. Good luck with the cuttings..

[@LilFrugalGardener]

That looks like so much fun!

[@teesha123]

Hi Rob! I just got some cuttings in the mail and have set them in a jar with seasol! So exciting, i hope I also get 100% success rate like you did! I've never tried pepino melons before!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Teesha. Sorry I missed your comment. How did the plants grow for you ? Hope you got a decent harvest. Rob.

[@DaleCalderCampobello]

Looked good to me Rob. I propagated rosemary from the fresh cuttings that I bought in the herb section at the grocery store and had great luck the only thing that I can see that I did differently is that I did use the rooting hormone and the cheap little propagator that I use has a plastic cover/dome over it that holds in the moisture and creates a little greenhouse environment. So maybe if you covered them with plastic or put them in a plastic bag. Just a thought.

[@RobsAquaponics]

& really easy to do... I do think that layering might be a quicker way to propagate them now after seeing the plant do it all by itself.. Have a great one :)

[@honeybacres]

It was interesting seeing the difference between the water and the soil group. I have seen people use the zip lock bag method that one of the other commentors mentioned and it seems to do well also. Thise pepinos look good I may have to get some for my self :)

[@miks976]

Yes, Tomatoe cuttings went well and i gave a few away when they established themselves, i think it worth dedicating 1 or 2 beds just for propagation and having a small greenhouse type set up over the beds but not the F/T and i also need to use 1 G/B with smaller medium in it for seed raising, although its done magic with the hydroton but i have found some smaller seeds sprouting in my biofilter. Ciao

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks Mike... Think we will try to strike in water or the aquaponics from now on... So far the aquaponics cutting have had a much better success rate than any we have tried in soil.. Thanks for your suggestions & help too.. Have a great one...

[@GeneticsLessons]

Honey have untifungal properties only in UNDILUTED state due to its ability to remove water from microorganisms by the process of osmosis- if diluted no osmosis - it is a best food for bacteria.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Have noticed that with other cuttings we have taken.. The plant we took the cuttings from has about 4 low branches that have taken root in the barrel so will try to peg down the branches to propagate them from now on.. Thanks & have a great one..

[@RobsAquaponics]

They are a tasty fruit... Not too sweet but very watery... I think I'm spoiled with the aquaponics so will be putting the cuttings in there from now on.. :)»

[@puddingpimp]

I haven't needed to use any rooting hormone (or honey) to clone my pepinos, just cut them off at the node and stuff them in the dirt. After a week they are wilted, and after another week they've grown roots and back to health. In the wild they will root wherever the nodes touch the ground and get covered over, so it's not really a hard plant to clone.

[@meanshoes]

I just wanted to tell you I really enjoyed the video. I enjoyed the difference between the water guys and the soil guys also. id say great results all around. Brock

[@RobsAquaponics]

I missed that bit out in the clip.. thehittmann1981 mentioned that to me elsewhere so I took 5 of the pepino as well as some rosemary & lavender.. Lost 1 rosemary & 2 (I think) pepinos.. Will show them in the next update.. Will probably do most like that now but in the constant flow ½ barrel.. Will pop some sage & thyme in tonight to have a go.. Have you tried tomato cuttings in the AP ?? Thanks Mick..

[@puddingpimp]

as a follow up, I took a second set of cuttings now at the heat of summer, and it seems most of them have wilted and not recovered, I suppose the extra heat caused them to dry out before they could root. I'm going to try rooting the next set in water as you seemed to get good results that way.

[@lydas85]

I do not know what the jar is, but it's very good, thanks.

[@headgreengnome]

Hi Rob The water striking method works well less chance of fungal invasion. Whilst honey is a good natural rooting aid.& anti fungal you may have had too much activity in the compost/potting mix.... I'd suggest a sterile growing medium coco peat and fine bluestone gravel or just bluestone gravel .. I've has success with both of these with fruit tree andvine cuttings.. Keep the updates coming... like your style and helpful suggestions. Your assistant does a good job too!!! Regards Mike Warner

[@GeneticsLessons]

Honey have untifungal properties only in UNDILUTED state - if diluted it is a best food for bacteria.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Am going to try all my cuttings in water first to see how they go.. Best of luck with the next round..

[@RobsAquaponics]

I just used raw honey to dip the stems in.. The plants that I have struck since didn't have any honey & did just as well I think.. Hope that helps a bit.. Rob..

[@biswajitdebnath3385]

Nice video sir

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks👍

[@andrewhengstberger338]

Hi Rob have you done the experiment to see if strike rate is dependent on the honey as a rooting hormone as apposed to using a commercially available rooting hormone, also I am interested in how you grow your Pepino are they in wicking barrels as I just got three plants and was going to put mine into wicking barrels as per your design from your videos. Thanks another great video. Andrew

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi there Andrew.. I haven't done any backyard tests with the honey VS gel.. Have just been sticking the cuttings directly into the aquaponic grow beds of late & had 100% strike rates with most plants.. I think the pepinos would really appreciate the newer style barrels we make with the larger reservoir capacity.. Sorry it took ages to get back to you mate.. Cheers mate & hope that helps some... Rob.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Still using the 50% green but the 90% over the fish is new.. The white is a 30% but was bought to try & keep insects out of the hoop house.. Is working well so far..

[@RicardoSaldanhaPortugal]

Hi Rob! Thank you for this great video. I believe theses tree already give you fruit. I think maybe in the first year. I wish to know how many fruits each plant give your and how many harvests do you do in each year. Thank you very much.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Ricardo. Sorry for taking so ling to get back to you. Our last productive plant give us around 20 fruit over a 3 or so month period before I removed it from the aquaponic system. I just found it was getting too invasive so it had to go. I have another in a wicking barrel at the moment but it's not doing the best as I've neglected it but it has had a dozen or so fruit form on it this season. Cheers.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Not yet but will show it in the next aquaponic update in the coming week... :) They look like they are doing ok for now, still green & standing up so that's a plus..

[@norwegianblue08]

Hi Rob, I enjoyed your video. I just took some cuttings from my Pepino plant here in California and decided to use your method. I realize this video was made a long time, but what is the name of the seaweed solution you applied to the cuttings? Is it store bought, or do you mind sharing the ingredients? Great video and a great garden you have!

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi there. How did the cutting so? I think Maxicrop is the US equivalent to our seasol. Should be available from most garden retailers & big box stores. Sorry I missed your question. Rob.

[@RobsAquaponics]

These cuttings were kept outside as they were taken at the end of spring here in Australia.. They were just left to fend for themselves in the garden & did fairly well.. I think it would be a good idea to bring them in during the cooler months there & maybe try to take some cuttings closer to next spring.. Hope that helps some, Rob :)

[@pollogrey5635]

Im trying the water method to sprout roots but i added the honey dip to them and put a little rhizotonic. Done some carolina reapers and some haboneros. Will be doing my pepino when it warms up a little bit. Question for the pepino though do you have a lot of trouble with little pests or root damage with yours?

[@RobsAquaponics]

I have had issues with mites attacking the fruit & leaves but that's about it Pollo Grey. Sorry it took a while to respond. Cheers.

[@nereidapr1]

great video. i have a cutting on one pepper as an experiment to see what happens.

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hope it strikes well for you... Just took some sage ones the other day & popped them into the aquaponics.. Have a good one..

[@mehdirastegarnejad9919]

I have some pepino melon plants .They are one and half year old . I have a problem . All of flower buds fall off befor they open . what should I do to prevet them from falling .

[@RobsAquaponics]

It might just be a nutrient deficiency. Do you feed the soil often?

[@gpatto7794]

I was told that if a branch hits the ground they will shoot roots.

[@RobsAquaponics]

They certainly will, just like tomatoes. Happy growing.

[@arunawijesooriya5913]

Thanks ❤️❤️❤️

[@RobsAquaponics]

I didn't shield them so I could see what was going on but next time I wll.. Just water in the jar to start off with & they did fine.. I did add some seaweed emulsion after the roots started to develop just to help feed them.. Hope that helps..

[@miks976]

Looking good Rob, have you tried any cuttings in the A/P? I,ve had some great results with rosemary, oregano, sage and roses. Have a great one.

[@MomtazGarden]

How many pepino melon grow in single plant?

[@RobsAquaponics]

I had over 20 grow from one of the plants in the aquaponics one season. Cheers & happy growing.

[@MomtazGarden]

@@RobsAquaponics thanks for your response.

[@CapricaSoul]

The ones you had in water did you shield the roots from light? And plain water without honey was all it took for roots to shoot?

[@nereidapr1]

i would love to see it. do you have a video on ie?

[@moathalselawy9486]

Is this tree old? How many years does this tree live?

[@susan770able]

So put them in seawee water then 100% sucess ?

[@RobsAquaponics]

Not sure you'd get 100% but I have found that it helps to provide the plant with some nutrient while they're striking. Cheers & happy growing.

[@sampathgamage5197]

Can I grow this plant very hot climate sir ❤❤❤🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@kougaz]

do we have to change the water in the jar? thx

[@RobsAquaponics]

I like to freshen it up every few days.

[@blaqfish]

What are they and what do they taste like? Thank you

[@RobsAquaponics]

This video looks like it covers those questions better than I can here Cassandra, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ2TYpSEfpJ1oMU

[@lindadish]

Hi There, I live in the UK and bought a very small pepino - they are very unusual here and noone I knew had ever grown one before. It did really well as we had a very good summer - I am trying to take cuttings and found your video interesting. Did you keep them in a greenhouse and then put in a cold frame? It may not be a good time to take cuttings now as it is nearly th end of October but I thought I could treat them like houseplants and keep them indoors as our last two winters were severe.

[@drrahilakurdi5943]

Naic

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks 😁😁

[@hambogoldfinch]

how can i get the liguid you use. What is the name?

[@waynemunro1139]

Pepino melon in Trinidad

[@RobsAquaponics]

Thanks for that Wayne. 👍

[@vincentliang9515]

Hi KZbin person I'm interest buy pepino melon plant where can I'm buy it can I'm buy from you ok how much cost the price and shipping cost and shipping to San Francisco ,California let me thank you very much for you help

[@RobsAquaponics]

Hi Vincent. I don't think it would survive being posted from Australia. Best to look at local suppliers to see if they have any or maybe ask around at garden clubs. Hope you get to find a plant. Cheers.

[@adrianmorph]

Will you sell me some cuttings?

[@RobsAquaponics]

No Sorry. Am not set up to send plants through the post.

[@Holy_Russia_will_win]

Накрывать от света надо пепино, чтоб стимулировать цветение, укорачивая световой период

[@Holy_Russia_will_win]

В стакане с водой укореняются, за чем усложнять всё?

[@RobsAquaponics]

Because some folks like to try different methods. Use whatever works best for you. Cheers.