Orange Honeydew Melon Seeds For Planting (Cucumis melo)
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Orange honeydew melons (Cucumis melo) are a refreshing summer treat with a vibrant, juicy flesh that boasts a sweet, mildly tangy flavor. Their smooth, subtly floral taste, with hints of tropical fruit, makes them a delightful addition to fruit trays, pairing beautifully with berries, citrus, or creamy cheeses for a balanced, crowd-pleasing dessert or snack.
Seed Count
50 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Organic
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: You can try soaking melon seeds in warm water for a few hours to soften their tough coats, teasing out quicker germination. Plant them in well-draining, nutrient-rich soil under the sultry heat of summer, ensuring plenty of water to coax those tender sprouts indoors in pots or directly outdoors in a sunny spot. Keep the soil consistently moist, pamper with organic compost, and watch those vines flourish, ready to pluck juicy melons when they slip easily from the stem.
SEED PREP
No prep needed before sowing.
SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1/2” inch under.
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.
SOIL CONDITIONS
Prefers a rich & fertile soil.
MOISTURE NEEDS
Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.
GERMINATION
Sprouts appear in 7 to 14 days.
PLANT HEIGHT
Grows to a height of 24” to 36” tall.
PLANT WIDTH
Spreads about 6’ to 10’ long.
PLANT SPACING
Sow 2 to 3 seeds on hills.
ROW SPACING
Space hills 4' to 6' apart.
CROP SIZE
3 to 5 lbs and 5” to 7” in diameter.
SEASON
Annual crop
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Cucumis melo
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to grow from seed.
HARVEST
110 Days
