Canterbury
July
Q.
Hi Tui, I have a sprouting choko and I would like to grow it. Where is the best place to grow it and will they grow in pots?
Marlene Person
A.
Hi Marlene
Plant in the garden as it needs space to sprawl and climb - grow it as you would a cucumber. If the pot was big enough and there was some sort of support for the vine to climb it could be grown in a pot, but you would need to use a quality potting mix (not garden soil) and keep it well watered.
Thanks, Tui Team
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Where is the best place to grow a choko? Comments
I have grown choko for the last 3 years. The first year I planted it in a basin, and I haven't done anything to it since. This year the plant took over the yard, like last year, but the fruit have been extra large. Next year is anyone's guess.
Frances Burton