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Organic 'Delicious' Cantaloupe

Name: Organic 'Delicious' Cantaloupe
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Delicious Cantaloupe

Latin name Cucumis melo

Quantity per packet About 25 seeds

Organic Delicious Cantaloupe produces sweet, refreshing fruits that are perfect for fresh eating and homemade recipes. Its vigorous growth delivers generous summer harvests under favorable conditions.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameDelicious Cantaloupe

Latin nameCucumis melo

FamilyCucurbitaceae

TypeFruit

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packAbout 25 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0013

Product
description

Organic Delicious Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo) is a productive annual vine that brings the pleasure of fragrant summer harvests to the vegetable garden. Its vigorous trailing stems, medium green foliage, and yellow flowers create a lush presence in edible gardens, mounded beds, mulched plantings, and large containers. The orange-fleshed fruits are tender, juicy, mild, and sweet, perfect for snacks, desserts, fruit salads, smoothies, and fresh juices. Its flowers attract bees and other pollinators, which are essential for good fruit set and abundant harvests.

Start Organic Delicious Cantaloupe indoors a few weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors once the soil is thoroughly warm. It requires a warm, sheltered, full-sun location with rich, fertile, well-drained soil, slightly acidic to neutral, and generously amended with compost. Cover seeds with 2 to 3 cm (0.8 to 1.2 in) of soil and maintain warmth to encourage germination. Water regularly during growth and fruit development without waterlogging the soil. Mulch helps conserve moisture, warm the soil, and suppress weeds.

In the garden, Organic Delicious Cantaloupe is ideal for sunny vegetable gardens, raised beds, very large containers, and edible landscapes where its vines can sprawl or be trained on a sturdy support. It pairs well with Corn, Nasturtium, and Radish, while Potato and Cucumber are best planted elsewhere. Harvest fruits when they release a strong fragrance, their rind color becomes warmer, and they detach easily from the stem. A strong bee presence in the garden directly improves melon formation and fruit quality.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodMay to June

Best time

May to June

Sowing depth2 to 3 cm (¾ to 1 in)

Germination temperature24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)

Germination time7 to 14 days

Propagation

Propagated exclusively by seed. Seeds germinate readily in warm soil and remain true to type when collected from open-pollinated plants.

Growing
method

Start seeds indoors a few weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors once the soil has thoroughly warmed. Cover the seeds with 2 to 3 cm (¾ to 1 in) of soil and maintain warm temperatures for rapid germination. Choose a sunny location with rich, loose, well-drained soil. Space plants generously to allow the vigorous vines to spread or climb freely. Water regularly without waterlogging the soil and apply mulch to conserve moisture. Harvest fruits when they develop a rich aroma and separate easily from the vine.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun

Soil

Rich, fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Warm, fertile soil promotes vigorous growth and outstanding fruit quality.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly throughout the growing season to encourage uniform fruit development. Avoid excessive moisture, which may promote foliar diseases and reduce fruit quality.

Fertilization

Incorporate generous amounts of compost before planting to encourage vigorous growth and abundant fruit production. A balanced organic fertilizer applied during the season supports high-quality melon development.

Care levelModerate

Water regularly during plant growth and fruit development to maintain even soil moisture. Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Monitor the vines to prevent overcrowding and improve air circulation. Harvest fruits promptly at maturity for the best flavor and remove damaged fruit to keep plants healthy and productive.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in)

Organic Delicious Cantaloupe grows well in large containers, raised beds, or directly in the garden in a warm, sunny location. Use a deep container filled with rich, well-drained growing mix and allow the vines to trail or climb on a sturdy support. This variety thrives during warm summers and produces sweet, flavorful melons when grown under ideal conditions. Regular watering and full sun are essential for premium fruit quality.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its fragrant orange flesh offers an exceptionally sweet flavor that is perfect for summer harvests. This productive variety combines outstanding eating quality with excellent performance in home gardens.

Garden use

Organic Delicious Cantaloupe is perfect for sunny vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, raised beds, and mulched garden rows. Its vigorous vines provide excellent ground cover while producing abundant fragrant melons in late summer. It is an outstanding choice for organic gardens where pollinators are encouraged to maximize fruit production.

Bloom period

Yellow flowers appear throughout summer and actively attract bees responsible for pollination. Strong pollinator activity directly improves fruit production and quality.

Flower colorYellow

Foliage colorMedium green

Harvest

80 days after sowing

Fruiting

Fragrant orange-fleshed fruits

Wildlife appealBees and pollinators

Size
and facts

Height20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)

Spread1.2 to 1.8 m (4 to 6 ft)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature10°C (50°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Corn, Nasturtium, Radish

Avoid planting with

Potato, Cucumber

Recipe
and inspiration

Delicious Cantaloupe produces fragrant orange-fleshed fruits that are excellent enjoyed fresh as a snack or dessert. They are also perfect for fruit salads, smoothies, fresh juices, and many summer recipes. Their sweet flavor and juicy texture make them a favorite summer harvest. Fully ripe fruits develop an intense aroma and exceptional eating quality.

Frequently asked questions

Can Delicious Cantaloupe be grown in Canada? +

Yes. This variety performs well in regions with warm, sunny summers. Mulch and a sheltered location help improve results in cooler areas.

When should I harvest the fruit? +

Harvest melons when they develop a strong fragrance and separate easily from the vine. The rind also develops a warmer, more mature color.

Can Delicious Cantaloupe be grown in containers? +

Yes. Use a very large container filled with rich, well-drained soil and provide support for the vines. Regular watering is essential for successful container growing.

How can I grow sweeter melons? +

Provide full sun, fertile soil, and consistent watering throughout the season. Slightly reducing watering as the fruits ripen can help concentrate sugars and improve flavor.

Do the flowers attract pollinators? +

Yes. The yellow flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects that are essential for good fruit set. Encouraging pollinators greatly improves melon production.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.