{"product_id":"1-sprouted-chayote-squash-live-plant-sechium-edule-mirliton","title":"1 Sprouted Chayote Squash Live Plant – Sechium edule – Mirliton","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChayote Squash, also known as mirliton or vegetable pear, is a tropical perennial vine grown for its edible green fruit. The plant has a climbing growth habit and is suited to warm outdoor growing conditions. UF\/IFAS identifies chayote as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSechium edule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and describes it as a heat-loving vegetable with vigorous climbing vines that require support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing includes 1 sprouted chayote starter plant. The plant is supplied with moist paper towel wrapping and should be planted promptly after arrival. It prefers medium sun, medium watering, neutral soil, and well-drained loam or sandy soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller identifies the plant as edible, perennial, fast-growing, and suitable for subtropical and tropical climates. Provide a suitable trellis or other support because chayote develops climbing vines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 1 sprouted Chayote Squash live starter plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Scientific name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSechium edule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Also known as Mirliton and Vegetable Pear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Green edible fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Climbing, vigorous vine with fast growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Tropical, subtropical, and humid climate plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Medium sun and medium watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Neutral soil preference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Suitable for loam or sandy soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Requires trellis or other climbing support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant ships wrapped in moist paper towel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant promptly after delivery according to seller instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 1 sprouted chayote starter plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Moist paper towel shipping wrap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: Chayote Squash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSechium edule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Live edible vegetable vine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife Cycle: Perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Green fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight: Medium Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Loam, sand; neutral pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Zone: Not specified by seller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Chayote Squash?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller does not provide a USDA Hardiness Zone. Chayote is a warm-climate, tropical vegetable and is best suited to locations with sufficiently warm growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. How much sunlight does Chayote Squash need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller lists medium sun. UF\/IFAS describes chayote as a heat-loving vegetable that grows well in warm conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. How much water does Chayote Squash need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller lists medium watering. Actual water requirements vary with climate, soil, rainfall, and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. What is the growth habit of Chayote Squash?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChayote is a climbing vine with vigorous growth and requires a trellis, arbor, or other suitable support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Can Chayote Squash be grown in a container?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seller does not specify permanent container suitability. A container can be used for starting the plant, but its vigorous climbing habit means adequate space and sturdy support are important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shinestar28","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43746363736141,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/2941\/5501\/files\/UntitledDesign_604_1_d994e0f1-486e-41e7-a2a4-67eb916094f8.jpg?v=1789010602","url":"https:\/\/liveblooms.com\/products\/1-sprouted-chayote-squash-live-plant-sechium-edule-mirliton","provider":"Live Blooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}