Grow sweet, juicy green cantaloupes at home with Fresh Green Cantaloupe seeds. Ideal for backyard gardens, containers, or trellises, these heirloom, non-GMO seeds produce healthy and flavorful melons. Perfect for gardeners seeking premium, easy-to-grow cantaloupe plants.
Features:
- Premium heirloom seeds for home gardeners
- Non-GMO and safe for planting
- Produces sweet, juicy green cantaloupes
- Suitable for backyard gardens, containers, or trellises
- Easy-to-grow and maintain
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
- Common Name (US): Cantaloupe
- Variety: Green
- Season: Spring and summer planting recommended
- Planting Zones: USDA Zones 4-10
- Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil with pH 6.0-6.8
- Sun Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours per day)
- Planting Depth: 0.5-1 inch (1.25-2.5 cm) deep
- Spacing: 24-36 inches (60-90 cm) between plants
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging
- Germination Time: 7-14 days at 70-85F (21-29C)
- Harvest Time: 70-90 days from sowing, depending on growth conditions
- Uses: Ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and home garden displays
Planting Guide:
- Sow seeds in pots or seed trays with well-draining soil.
- Maintain consistent moisture and warm temperatures for germination.
- Transplant seedlings to garden beds, containers, or trellises when 3-4 true leaves appear.
- Provide full sun and regular watering for optimal fruit production.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture and control weeds.