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Cantaloupe Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMECucumis melo var. cantalupensis

USD 10.99

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Cantaloupe ripens into fragrant, honey-sweet melon far better than store-bought when grown in full sun.

GERMINATION5-10 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

5-10 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

75-85F

Hardiness04

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Cantaloupe care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
Common names
Rockmelon
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Species
C. melo
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Start growing

Needs space; vines reach 10ft. Sandy soil.

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Growing with your kit

Move from Seeds In A Cup® to sunny mound once soil is 70°F+.

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Propagation

By seed.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

70-90 days; slips when ripe.

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Growing conditions

Arid regions, high solar radiation.

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Weather & tolerances

Heat tolerant; frost sensitive.

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Pests & plant health

Powdery mildew. Avoid wet foliage.

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Plant safety

Wash rinds to avoid bacteria.

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Botanical features

Trailing vine, netted rind, orange flesh.

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Varieties

‘Hale’s Best’, ‘Ambrosia’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Fresh fruit snack. high Vitamin A

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Native range & distribution

Africa/Middle East origins; global commercial hubs.

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Conservation

Secure.

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Name origins

Named for Cantalupo, Italy.

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History

Egyptian records 4,000 years ago.

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Cantaloupe ripens into fragrant, honey-sweet melon far better than store-bought when grown in full sun. How to grow Cantaloupe from seed Sow your seeds at the depth listed on the included instruction card and cover lightly. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Cantaloupe sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Cantaloupe at a glance Botanical name: Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis Germination: 5-10 days at 75-85F USDA zones: Any Zone If grown indoors Mature size: 12-18 inches (vine 5-8 ft) Sunlight: Full Sun (6-8 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-10 seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Cantaloupe Seed Starter Grow Kit? How do I grow Cantaloupe from seed? Moisten the included soil, sow your Cantaloupe seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit. How long do Cantaloupe seeds take to germinate? Cantaloupe seeds typically sprout in 5-10 days at 75-85F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Does this kit use real potting soil? What if my seeds don't sprout?
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How do I grow Cantaloupe from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Cantaloupe seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Cantaloupe seeds take to germinate?

Cantaloupe seeds typically sprout in 5-10 days at 75-85F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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