Growing Choko/Chayote, also Chayote squash, christophene, chouchou, mirliton

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20 Aug 14 Latha (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
I am confused about how to get the chokos to sprout. Should I leave it on a warm sunny spot, like window still, or put them in a dark spot like deep burried in my kitchen pantry?. Please answer as different websites and videos give different information. Many thanks.
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29 Nov 14 Andrew (Australia - temperate climate)
Chokos are a warm temperate to tropical plant, they could probably be grown in colder climates in a green house. Once they get going they might be alright outside on cool climates, warmth and some moisture is good to get them going!.
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21 Aug 14 Louis (Australia - temperate climate)
I just plant in the garden and it shoots when it wants. Bury an inch or just push the top into the soil a little.
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