Melon-Honey Dew 1852 Heirloom

Heirloom Honeydew Melon is a delicious, colorful, and high-yielding melon that is perfect for any home garden. Protected by a golden skin, its electric green fruit is sweet, juicy, and refreshing. Enjoy it fresh off the vine or add it to a late summer fruit salad for an extra burst of flavor! Growing Instructions: Bentley Seed Honeydew Melon seeds can be started indoors 4 weeks before the last frost or directly outside once the soil has warmed. When transplanting outdoors, avoid disturbing the roots. Plant in soil mounds or hills and thin to 2 of the best plants per hill. Fertilize during growth. Honeydew melons grow to about 3 feet tall. Harvest in approximately 3 months. Seed Information: Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable) Time to Maturity: About 2 ½ months Sun Requirement: Full sun Spacing: 24" apart Depth: 1/2 inch Seeds Per Packet: 35-40 Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-85°F Sowing Method: Transplant Uses: Ideal for fresh eating or adding to fruit salads. Additional Information: Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. reticulatus Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½" Online Resale Prohibited