🍈☀️ Charentaise Sugar Melon (Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis) – 50 Sweet & Fragrant Seeds

Description:
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis, commonly known as Charentaise Sugar Melon, is a renowned French heirloom melon celebrated for its sweet, juicy flesh and distinctive musky aroma. This medium-sized melon features a rough, netted rind and tender orange flesh that is perfect for fresh eating and summer refreshments.

Usage:
Enjoy fresh as a delicious, hydrating snack or dessert. Ideal for salads, smoothies, and fruit platters.

Sowing Time:

• Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost.

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after all frost risk has passed and soil temperature reaches 18–21°C (65–70°F).

• Can be sown directly outdoors in warm climates.

Germination:

• Germinates in 7–10 days at 20–25°C (68–77°F).

• Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep in well-drained soil.

Soil Requirements:

• Prefers fertile, sandy loam soil with good drainage.

• Soil pH 6.0–7.5 ideal.

Light Requirements:

• Full sun for best fruit development and sweetness.

Watering:

• Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

• Reduce watering as fruit matures to enhance sweetness.

Planting Tips:

• Space plants 90–120 cm (36–48 inches) apart in rows 120 cm (48 inches) apart.

• Provide support or mulch to retain soil moisture and control weeds.

Height & Spread:

• Vining or sprawling habit with spread up to 1.5 meters (5 feet).

Additional Info:
Charentaise Sugar Melon is prized for its exceptional flavor and fragrance, making it a favorite for home gardens and gourmet kitchens. It requires warm growing conditions and care for a bountiful harvest.

Each package contains 3 g or around 50 seeds