Cantaloupe Melon Seeds – Hale’s Best Jumbo

vine. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Rich, Sweet Flavor: Aromatic orange flesh with classic melon sweetness. Drought Tolerant: Thrives in heat and lower humidity with minimal fuss. Reliable Yields: Vigorous vines produce consistently large fruits throughout summer. Perfect Picnic Melon: Ideal size for slicing and sharing — a backyard favorite. Plant Characteristics Height: Vining, with long, spreading growth Growth Habit: Trailing vines that benefit from support or room to sprawl Fruit Type: Oval melons, 3–5 lbs., with heavy netting and firm, orange flesh Days to Maturity: 80–90 days Hardiness: Warm-season annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Intensely sweet, floral, and juicy with smooth texture Culinary Uses: Excellent fresh, in fruit salads, smoothies, or wrapped with prosciutto for a savory-sweet treat Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Corn, nasturtiums, marigolds, and radishes Avoid Planting Near: Potatoes or strong-scented herbs like sage Bonus Benefit: Attracts pollinators, which also benefit surrounding crops Common Issues and Solutions Poor Pollination: Hand-pollinate early blooms or attract pollinators with flowers Powdery Mildew: Water in the morning and avoid wetting leaves Split Fruit: Avoid inconsistent watering, especially during ripening Seeds Per Packet 1g Approximately 35 3g Approximately 105