Enjoy the taste of summer with our Green Honeydew Melon Seeds, a favorite among gardeners for their sweet, refreshing flavor and smooth green rind. These Non-GMO melon seeds are perfect for both beginners and experienced growers who want to cultivate juicy, aromatic melons right in their backyard.
Honeydew melons thrive in warm climates and produce high yields with minimal maintenance. Ideal for garden beds, raised planters, or large pots, they’re a delicious and rewarding addition to your home garden.
Features
- Premium Non-GMO Seeds: 100% natural seeds for reliable, healthy growth.
- Sweet & Juicy Fruits: Produces smooth-skinned, green-fleshed melons with a rich aroma.
- High Germination Rate: Ensures consistent plant development and fruit production.
- Ideal for Home Gardens: Perfect for both small and large garden spaces.
- Heat-Loving Crop: Grows best in warm weather with full sunlight.
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. inodorus
- Common Name: Honeydew Melon
- Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, untreated
- Growth Habit: Sprawling vine with large leaves
- Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–6.8
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during fruiting
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
- Planting Season: Spring to early summer
- Temperature Range: 70°F–90°F (21°C–32°C)
- Germination Time: 7–10 days
- Maturity Period: 85–100 days from sowing
- Planting Depth: ½ inch (1.3 cm)
- Spacing: 2–3 feet apart in rows 5–6 feet apart
- Pollination: Insect-pollinated; attracts bees
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Harvesting Tips: Pick when fruit skin turns slightly yellow and emits a sweet aroma
- Special Feature: Excellent for fresh eating and juicing
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Enrich with compost or well-rotted manure before planting.
- Sowing Seeds: Sow directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 3–4 weeks earlier.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Sunlight: Provide full sunlight for optimal fruit sweetness.
- Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain soil moisture and reduce weeds.
- Support: Use trellises or allow vines to sprawl on the ground.
- Harvesting: Harvest melons when the rind becomes smooth and fragrant.
