Yellow Cantaloupe Seeds allow gardeners to grow sweet, juicy melons with vibrant yellow flesh. This variety is known for its rich flavor, high yield, and adaptability to home gardens, raised beds, or container planting.
These seeds are perfect for gardeners looking for high-quality melon plants that germinate reliably and produce consistently flavorful fruits.
Features
- Sweet Yellow Fruit: Produces juicy, flavorful melons.
- Easy to Grow: Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, or containers.
- Fast Germination: Sprouts quickly under warm, moist conditions.
- High Yield: Produces multiple fruits per vine.
- Low Maintenance: Minimal care required after germination.
Specifications
- Variety: Yellow Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis)
- Plant Type: Warm-season vine
- Germination Time: 7–10 days
- Maturity Period: 70–90 days from sowing
- Sun Exposure: Full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
- Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil rich in organic matter
- Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist without waterlogging
- Plant Spacing: 2–3 feet between plants
- Temperature Range: 70°F–95°F (21°C–35°C)
- Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer or compost every 3–4 weeks
- Best Growing Season: Spring through summer
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 9–11
Planting Guide:
- Sow seeds ½–1 inch deep in warm, moist soil.
- Maintain consistent soil moisture until germination.
- Provide trellis or allow vines to spread naturally.
- Thin seedlings to proper spacing once established.
- Harvest when fruit develops firm, sweet flesh and aroma.
