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90 days. Cucumis melo. Open Pollinated. Amish Melon. The plant produces high yields of 4 to 7 lb cantaloupes. The sweet orange flesh is very juicy and has a muskmelon flavor. It does well in most regions of the United States, even in extreme heat. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. An heirloom variety from the Amish community.
Lot No: 101368
Germination: 98%
Test Date: 12/2024
Seeds Per Pound: 19,200
Plant Height: 1 to 1 ½ ft tall, 3 to 10 ft vines
Planting Season: Spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Plant seeds directly in the garden. Plant the seeds when the soil has warmed up. The seeds may rot and not sprout if the soil is too cool. Germination is improved when soil temperature is above 60 F. Plant the seeds in hills. Plants grow 1 ft tall and vines spread up to 10 ft.
Requires fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply mulch, grass clippings, or straw around the base of the plant.
Water well during dry and hot spells. Make sure plants get 1" water per week.
Use Slow Release (6 Month) Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.
Protect ripening melons from damp ground by placing them on boards. Cut melons carefully from plants to prevent damaging the vines.