The Brown Dew Melon (Cucumis melo) is a rare and delicious variety known for its aromatic sweetness and smooth brownish rind. Perfect for summer gardens, these non-GMO melon seeds thrive in warm weather and produce juicy, golden-fleshed fruits that are rich in flavor.

Ideal for home gardeners who love growing fresh produce, Brown Dew Melons are easy to cultivate and provide a rewarding harvest season after season.

Features

• Non-GMO, Premium Quality: Naturally grown seeds with no chemicals or additives.
• Sweet & Juicy Flavor: Produces delicious, honey-like melons with soft texture.
• Warm-Season Crop: Perfect for sunny backyards, raised beds, or garden rows.
• High Yield: Each plant produces multiple medium-sized melons.
• Fast Germination: Reliable sprouting and consistent fruit set.
• Versatile Growth: Suitable for garden beds, trellises, or open fields.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucumis melo
• Common Name: Brown Dew Melon
• Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
• Seed Type: Non-GMO
• Growth Habit: Vining, spreading growth
• Fruit Size: 3–5 lbs (medium round melons)
• Fruit Color: Light brown rind, orange-golden flesh
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 80–90 days
• Sun Exposure: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours per day)
• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy loam or compost-rich soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
• Watering Needs: Regular deep watering; keep soil evenly moist
• Temperature Range: 70°F–90°F (21°C–32°C)
• Plant Height: 1–2 feet vine height; up to 6 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 inches apart
• Bloom Season: Late spring to mid-summer
• Harvest Season: Summer to early fall
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4–11 (annual crop)
• Lifespan: One growing season

Planting Guide

• Seed Preparation:
• Soak melon seeds in warm water for 6–8 hours before planting.
• Sowing:
• Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors after frost danger has passed.
• Plant seeds ½ inch deep in warm, well-drained soil.
• Germination:
• Maintain soil temperature between 70°F–85°F.
• Keep soil moist but not soggy until seedlings emerge.
• Transplanting:
• Transplant seedlings when they have 2–3 true leaves and outdoor temperatures are consistently warm.
• Care:
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce weeds.
• Train vines on trellises for space-saving and better fruit development.
• Water deeply 1–2 times per week.
• Harvesting:
• Harvest when melons emit a sweet aroma and the stem easily detaches from the vine.