AAS Winners
Melon 'Melemon' F1
Melon 'Melemon' F1
Melon 'Melemon' F1
2013 AAS Vegetable Award Winner
The earliness, high yield on healthy, strong plants and superior taste all contributed to this melon becoming an AAS Winner. Judges related the taste of this melon to honeydew, but with a surprising and delicious tanginess. A uniform fruit shape makes it perfect for market growers as well as home gardeners. Each personal-sized fruit has refreshing crisp flesh and a unique sweet-tart taste.
| AAS Winner Primary Details | |
|---|---|
| Award: | AAS Vegetable Award Winner |
| Class: | Melon |
| Variety Name: | 'Melemon' F1 |
| Genus: | Cucumis |
| Species: | melo L. |
| Year: | 2013 |
| Common Name: | Piel de Sapo type melon |
| Type: | Vegetables |
| Breeder: | Known-You Seed Co., Ltd. |
| Close Market Comparison: | 'Lambkin' F1, 'Kermit' F1, 'Saporosa' F1 |
| Plant Needs | |
|---|---|
| Duration Type: | Annual |
| Light Needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Normal |
| Season Type: | Warm Season |
| Staking Required: | YES |
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color: | Green |
| Plant Habit: | Climbing, Vining |
| Plant Height: | Medium: 10" to 24" |
| Garden Spacing: | 14 inches |
| Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed): | 85-95 |
| Days To Harvest (Transplant): | 70-80 |
| Fruit Color (Harvest): | Green rind turns to chartreuse at maturity, white flesh |
| Fruit Shape: | Oblate |
| Fruit Size: | 6.5 inches in diameter, 6 inches in height |
| Fruit Weight: | 4.5 pounds |
| Fruit Flavor Description: | Unique sweet-tart taste, fruits hold one month after harvest |
| Plant Spread: | 28 inches |
How to Grow
In northern areas, sow seed 4 weeks prior to last frost date. Sow seed directly into peat pots filled with soilless mix that has been well-watered and allowed to drain. Cover with media and maintain 75°F. Wrap in plastic to maintain uniform moisture. Germination will occur in 7 to 14 days. Keep warm, transplant after soil and air temperatures warm or protect it from cool night temperatures. In areas with long growing seasons, seed may be sown directly into prepared garden soil.
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