How to grow
The Pepino Melon (Solanum muricatum) is an exotic fruit celebrated for its smooth golden skin with purple streaks and its unique flavor a refreshing blend of honeydew and cantaloupe. Naturally sweet and hydrating, Pepino is also packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, making it a healthy choice for fresh eating or value-added products such as juices, jams, and desserts. At Venture Greens, we cultivate Pepino using poly tunnel farming in Sri Lanka’s Central Province. This method ensures ideal soil conditions (pH 6.5–7.5), accelerates germination up to six weeks earlier than outdoor farming, and delivers higher yields with consistent quality to meet both local and international demand.
Process
nursery 
Plants are grown from seeds in grow trays until the seeds germinate.
Seedlings are moved to pots after 3 months, placed in 3-foot-tall stands in poly tunnels to prevent fruit contact with the ground. The crop stays in the tunnels for 5 years before being replaced with a new batch of pots.
Pepino melons are approximately 400g and above in weight. Mature fruits are harvested once a week. A tree on average will produce between 80 to 100 fruits per year.
Venture Greens focuses on cultivating Pepino Melons prized for their medicinal benefits. The main export markets are Europe and Japan. Demand has consistently risen over the past decade, creating favorable export conditions due to global supply being outpaced by demand.
Sustainability Measures
Utilization of Poly Tunnels to save space
Using Organic fertilizers
Solar Energy for Electricity
benefits
Bringing Rare Harvests to Your Doorstep
At Venture Green (Pvt) Ltd, we are proud pioneers in sustainable agriculture and premium fruit cultivation. From our thriving farms in Ambewela, Bandarawela, Koslanda, and Horana, we nurture some of Sri Lanka’s most fertile lands to deliver produce of unmatched quality.
Our primary crop, the Pepino, stands at the heart of this journey. Known as a nutrient rich superfruit with a flavor reminiscent of honeydew and cantaloupe, Pepino is cultivated with care, precision, and modern techniques such as poly tunnel farming to ensure consistent, export-grade excellence. While our focus remains on international markets, the success of our harvest has inspired us to make this rare gem available locally — bringing global standards straight to Sri Lankan tables.
Beyond Pepino, our curated portfolio includes off-seasonal fruits like rambutan, durian, and mangosteen, along with fresh, farm-grown vegetables, catering to Sri Lanka’s premium niche market. Already trusted by leading hotels and top tier retailers, we are committed to delivering freshness, innovation, and sustainability in every harvest.
Looking ahead, we are expanding into value added Pepino products including jams, juices, and other innovations ensuring that this rare fruit continues to create new opportunities and experiences for our customers.
Bringing Rare Harvests to Your Doorstep
At Venture Green (Pvt) Ltd, we are proud pioneers in sustainable agriculture and premium fruit cultivation. From our thriving farms in Ambewela, Bandarawela, Koslanda, and Horana, we nurture some of Sri Lanka’s most fertile lands to deliver produce of unmatched quality.
Our primary crop, the Pepino, stands at the heart of this journey. Known as a nutrient rich superfruit with a flavor reminiscent of honeydew and cantaloupe, Pepino is cultivated with care, precision, and modern techniques such as poly tunnel farming to ensure consistent, export-grade excellence. While our focus remains on international markets, the success of our harvest has inspired us to make this rare gem available locally — bringing global standards straight to Sri Lankan tables.
Beyond Pepino, our curated portfolio includes off-seasonal fruits like rambutan, durian, and mangosteen, along with fresh, farm-grown vegetables, catering to Sri Lanka’s premium niche market. Already trusted by leading hotels and top tier retailers, we are committed to delivering freshness, innovation, and sustainability in every harvest.
Looking ahead, we are expanding into value added Pepino products including jams, juices, and other innovations ensuring that this rare fruit continues to create new opportunities and experiences for our customers.