The Banana Cantaloupe Melon (Cucumis melo) is a distinctive heirloom variety known for its elongated shape, tropical aroma, and rich, orange flesh. This melon combines the sweetness of a cantaloupe with the fragrance of a banana, making it a gardener’s favorite for summer harvests. The vines are vigorous and high-yielding, producing melons that are both decorative and delicious.
Perfect for home gardens, small farms, and local markets, these Banana Cantaloupe Melon Seeds offer dependable germination and strong fruit set under warm, sunny conditions.
Features
- Produces elongated, banana-shaped melons with netted skin
- Sweet, fragrant, deep orange flesh with excellent flavor
- Reliable heirloom variety ideal for warm growing regions
- Non-GMO and open-pollinated
- High-yielding vines suitable for gardens or raised beds
- Excellent for fresh eating, fruit platters, and desserts
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Cucumis melo
- Common Name: Banana Cantaloupe Melon
- Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
- Growth Habit: Trailing vine (6–10 ft long)
- Fruit Size: 4–7 lbs each
- Fruit Shape: Long, banana-like with netted rind
- Flesh Color: Deep orange
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
- Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
- Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil, pH 6.0–7.0
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Harvest Season: Mid to late summer (90–100 days from sowing)
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Conventional heirloom
- Planting Season: Spring after last frost
- Sowing Depth: ½ inch
- Germination Time: 7–14 days at 70–85°F
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Spacing: 2–3 ft between plants; 4–6 ft between rows
- Pollination: Insect-pollinated
- Maintenance: Prune excess vines and rotate crops annually
- Uses: Fresh fruit, salads, juices, and summer desserts
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny, well-drained spot and enrich with compost.
- Sow Seeds: Plant ½ inch deep after frost when soil warms above 70°F.
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged during germination.
- Vine Support: Allow vines to spread naturally or trellis for cleaner fruit.
- Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer when vines begin to run.
- Harvest: Pick melons when the rind turns golden and the fruit releases easily from the stem.
