Imperial 45 Cantaloupe Seeds – Non-GMO

variety delivers season after season. It was bred for productivity and disease tolerance, making it a favorite for home gardens and market growers alike. Who it's for Great for gardeners with a long, warm summer who want sweet, aromatic melons for fresh eating, and for anyone wanting a proven, forgiving cantaloupe. How & when to plant Melons love heat. Direct-sow after the last frost once soil reaches 70°F, or start indoors 2–3 weeks early and transplant carefully. Sow seeds 1 inch deep, thin to the strongest plants, and space 24–36 inches apart in rows 5–6 feet apart. Give full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Grows as an annual in USDA zones 4–11. Harvest Ready about 80–90 days from sowing. Melons are ripe when the netting is pronounced and the fruit slips easily from the vine at the stem with gentle pressure, releasing a sweet aroma. Benefits & uses Enjoy fresh in fruit salads, blended into smoothies, wrapped with cured ham, or chilled as a summer snack. The compact seed cavity means more flesh per fruit. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Imperial 45 Cantaloupe From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.