Description:
The rocky ford cantaloupe, also known as rocky ford green flesh, improved rocky ford, rocky ford melon, eden gem, gem of eden, or muskmelon, is an heirloom variety recognized for its netted skin and sweet green flesh. This type of cantaloupe typically weighs between 2-3 pounds and measures about 5 inches in diameter. With a fragrantly rich aroma, it makes a delightful addition to any fruit selection.
Materials:
The packet contains 75 seeds of the cucumis melo variety, securely packaged in a ziplock poly bag. Each bag is labeled with a color photo, plant statistics, and detailed planting instructions.
Planting instructions:
– Plant seeds outdoors after the frost or start them indoors a few weeks before the last frost.
– Ideal plant height will reach between 18 to 24 inches.
– Space plants around 4 to 6 feet apart.
– These melons thrive in full sunlight.
– They prefer average soil and water conditions.
Harvest information:
The rocky ford cantaloupe typically reaches harvest maturity around 85 days after planting, depending on growing conditions.
Valerie Goodman –
I have had high hopes for these seeds, have tried four times to get them to germinate but haven’t been successful yet. Going to keep trying, as they are a favourite of mine and I can’t get them in the markets where I live.
henk –
No idea if it works
Tania Sauer –
FAST delivery!! had my items within a couple of days.