Honeydew Melon Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

honeydew is one of the most popular dessert melons, and homegrown fruit far surpasses store-bought in sweetness. Who it's for For gardeners in warm regions who want a rich, sweet dessert melon, and for anyone who enjoys honeydew in fruit salads and fresh snacks. How & when to plant Direct-sow after the last frost when soil reaches 70°F, or start indoors 2–3 weeks early. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and space plants 24–36 inches apart in rows 5–6 feet apart. Full sun and rich, well-drained soil give the sweetest melons. Grows as an annual in USDA zones 4–11. Harvest Ready about 85–95 days from sowing. Honeydew is ripe when the rind turns creamy white to pale yellow and the blossom end softens slightly; cut from the vine since it does not slip. Benefits & uses Wonderful fresh, in fruit salads, blended into agua fresca, or paired with lime and mint. The dense flesh holds up well when cubed for platters. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Honeydew Melon From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.