{"product_id":"caigua-seeds","title":"Caigua Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCaigua Seeds (Dried)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow an unusual and highly productive climbing vine from seed. Caigua produces hollow green fruit that can be eaten fresh, cooked or stuffed, making it a unique addition to any edible garden. These dried seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this fascinating vine from seed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Caigua seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andes Mountains of South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing annual climbing vine reaching approximately 3–5 metres with support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 15–20 mm deep in warm soil (20–28°C). Keep consistently moist. Germination typically occurs within 7–21 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces hollow green fruit with a mild cucumber-like flavour that can be eaten fresh, stir-fried, stuffed or pickled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces small creamy-white flowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically begins producing fruit within 3–4 months from seed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, fertile free-draining soil, regular watering and a trellis for climbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fibre for healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C to support the immune system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium which supports heart and muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-calorie, refreshing fruit that's excellent fresh or cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52049025466666,"sku":"CAIGUA-SEEDS","price":12.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-07at2.53.09PM.png?v=1783392797","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/caigua-seeds","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}