Lada Melon Seeds produce a sweet, aromatic, and refreshing summer melon variety prized for its tender flesh and excellent garden performance. This warm-season crop thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a favorite among home gardeners looking for a dependable melon with exceptional flavor.
Lada melons are known for their juicy texture, smooth rind, and high sugar content. This Non-GMO variety matures quickly and grows well in garden beds, trellised spaces, and larger containers.
Features
- Sweet, refreshing melon variety ideal for summer harvesting
- Non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds with excellent germination
- Produces juicy, tender-fleshed melons with rich aroma
- Thrives in warm climates and full-sun garden environments
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- Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and backyard growing
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Cucumis melo
- Common Name (U.S.): Melon
- Variety: Lada
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
- Season: Warm season
- Zones: USDA Zones 3–12
- Plant Type: Annual vine
- Growth Habit: Spreading, vining type
- Fruit Characteristics: Smooth rind, sweet aromatic flesh
- Flavor: Refreshing, sweet
- Maturity: 75–85 days
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; pH 6.2–7.0
- Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Sowing Depth: ½ inch
- Spacing: 36–48 inches (rows 5–6 feet apart)
- Germination: 7–10 days
- Temperature Range: 70–95°F for germination
- Special Notes: Best yields achieved with warm soil and good air circulation.
Planting Guide
- Direct sow outdoors after frost when soil reaches at least 70°F.
- For earlier harvests, start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting.
- Plant in full sun with well-draining soil enriched with compost.
- Space plants 36–48 inches apart or grow on a sturdy trellis.
- Water consistently, avoiding wetting the foliage.
- Mulch to retain moisture and prevent weed growth.
- Harvest when fruits emit a sweet aroma and slip easily from the vine.
