Hales Best Jumbo Melons are a favorite! Melons must not be planted until the soil temperature has warmed to 70-80 degrees F, since they thrive in heat. Start the plants indoors only 2-4 weeks before transplanting, since if the plants grow too large they have difficulty adjusting to the change. Sow several seeds 1/2" deep in each peat pot, and keep them at 75 degrees until they germinate. Thin to the strongest plant in each pot by cutting off the others. Gradually accustom the plants to outdoor temperatures by setting them outside during the day, then transplant them to hills 4-6' apart with 2-3 plants to a hill. For companion planting benefits, plant melons near corn but not potatoes. All our seeds are Home Grown in the USA - Isla's Garden
Hales Best Jumbo Melons: This popular melon variety is great for the home vegetable garden!
Seeds are great for Planting in Garden or for storing in a seed safe for emergency.
Annual. 83 days. 6-12" height. 4-6' spacing. Produces 2-3 lb. netted, ribbed cantaloupes with orange flesh.
Latin Name: Cucumis melo Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
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