Melon – Honeydew Green Flesh

Growing tips

Conditions of germination:

• depth of sowing: 1.5 cm
• optimal temperatures of germination: 25 to 30ºC
• time for germination: 5 to 10 days

When to sow:

• indoor sowing 4 to 6 weeks before the last date in your area OR
• direct sowingafter any risk of frost, when the soil is warm (16ºC and more)

Sowing technique: in pocket

Inside the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds spaced 1 to 2 cm apart; when the seeds have germinated and the seedlings have reached a height of 5 cm, keep all the plants if space is available or keep only the best plants.

• for indoor seedlings: transplant into individual containers while waiting for transplanting in the garden OR
• for direct seedlings: transplant to their final location in the garden

Transplanting outdoors (for seedlings started indoors):

• When all risk of frost is removed and the air is warmed

Distance in the garden:

• between plants: 60 cm
• between rows: 90 to 120 cm

Plant height: 30 to 40 cm

Soil: rich and well drained

Exposure: full sun

Maturation (after transplanting): 105 to 115 days

Specificities:

• Sow in biodegradable peat cups to avoid disturbing the roots when transplanting;
• As melons like warm summers, for best results, grow them sheltered from wind and cold or under cover (bell, greenhouse or plastic tunnel).