Melon Old Time Tennessee

Description

Family: Cucurbitaceae
Genus: Cucumis
Species: Melo

An old variety, the fruits are large up to 6 kg, extremely sweet, juicy, and aromatic – if picked at the right time, there is no tastier melon. It is not good for storage so it should be harvested before fully ripening. Its smell is so strong that it can be harvested even in the dark. It is classified among the 5 most delicious melons.

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Propagation: By seed

Pre-treatment: No

Sowing: Directly after the danger of frost

Germination: Temperature 18-25 C, germinates in 1-2 weeks

Location: Direct light, constant soil moisture