This variety yields substantial, elongated melons celebrated for their finely textured, vibrant pink-red flesh and irresistibly sweet flavor. These melons have a tough rind adorned with dark green stripes on a light green background.
Planting Information:
When and Where to Plant: For earlier crop start seed indoors 3-4 weeks before night temperatures stay above 55 /12 and daytime temperatures stay above 80 /27 , then set out. For later crop, sow directly outdoors in sunny location after weather warms. Grows best in light, porous soil. Cultivate and enrich with vegetable food and organic matter. Firm soil over seed.
Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and feed every 3 weeks.
Harvesting: Pick when ripe.
Germination Time: 3 - 10 Days
Days to Maturity: 80 - 100 Days
Planting Depth: 1/4 in.
Seeds per Group (Hill): 4 - 6
Spacing of Groups (Hill): 6ft
Thin to Plants Per Group (Hill): 2 - 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
