Xiaolou winter melon has thick black skin and flesh, is large in size, has high yield, has a firm and dense meat structure, is sweet and refreshing, and can be eaten in a variety of fresh dishes. It can also be made into dried melons, melon strips, and melon paste, which are mainly sold in Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
, is the bulk agricultural product in Xiaolou Town.
Xiaolou Town is located in the north of Zengcheng City. It has a mild climate, fertile land, and no industrial pollution, which is very suitable for the growth of winter melon. In 2004, Xiaolou Town was designated as one of the top ten vegetable production bases in Guangzhou.
In 2009, more than 10,000 acres of winter melon were planted in the town and surrounding areas, with an output of about 50,000 tons and an output value of 40 million yuan. A black-skinned winter melon standardized demonstration area was established. The "Wonderland" trademark has been applied for registration and has passed the certification of pollution-free agricultural products.
, deeply welcomed by the "hypermarkets" of Guangzhou Agricultural Supermarket and the majority of tourists.
In 2009, this planting area was included in the Xiaolou Renjia Tourist Area.