Honeydew Melon (Cucumis melo) is a vining fruit plant that produces sweet, juicy, pale green-fleshed melons. Perfect for vegetable patches, raised beds, and sunny garden spaces, this variety thrives in warm, sunny conditions with fertile, well-draining soil.
The vines are vigorous and spreading, requiring space to grow or support for vertical training. Seeds are Non-GMO and ideal for gardeners seeking delicious melons for home consumption or small-scale vegetable production.
Features
- Produces sweet, juicy honeydew melons
- Suitable for vegetable patches, raised beds, and home gardens
- Vigorous vining growth habit
- Non-GMO seeds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Cucumis melo
- Common Name: Honeydew Melon
- Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
- Growth Habit: Sprawling, vigorous vine
- Mature Fruit Size: Medium to large
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–11 (plant after frost)
- Sun Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Germination Time: 7–14 days
- Days to Harvest: 80–100 days
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Climate Preference: Warm, sunny growing conditions
- Suggested Growing Sites: Vegetable patch, raised bed, garden row, sunny patio garden
Planting Guide
- Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 2–4 weeks prior.
- Plant seeds 1 inch deep in fertile, well-draining soil.
- Space hills 2–3 ft apart to allow spreading vines.
- Maintain full sun exposure and evenly moist soil throughout growing season.
- Harvest melons when they reach full color and firm texture.