{"product_id":"ga-melon-pmr-delicious-51-bio","title":"Organic 'PMR Delicious 51' Melon","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"149\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"149\"\u003e'PMR Delicious 51' organic melon (Cucumis melo) from the seed company Gaia, a northern hybrid melon with creamy, sweet flesh and resistance to powdery mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eThe 'PMR Delicious 51' melon, developed at Cornell University by Dr. Henry Munger, is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"263\"\u003erobust hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"319\"\u003eexceptional resistance to powdery mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it a top choice for northern growers. Its round, \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"426\"\u003ethin-\u003c\/strong\u003e skinned fruits—surprisingly strong for market and storage—contain a \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"524\"\u003edeep orange\u003c\/strong\u003e , juicy, \u003cstrong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"547\"\u003ecreamy\u003c\/strong\u003e flesh with a rich, sweet flavor. The taste is remarkable, more complex than that of many modern hybrids. It is harvested when the fruit \u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eappears ready to detach from the vine\u003c\/strong\u003e , a typical sign of ripeness in musky melons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Marigold, Lettuce, Radish, Catnip, Alliums, Corn, Dill, Sunflower, Peas, Oregano, Nasturtium\u003cbr data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cucumber, Potato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Vigorous creeping vine\u003cbr data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 20 to 30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 15 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Powdery mildew resistant hybrid, creamy orange flesh, thin but durable skin, ideal for cool climates, Cornell selection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tender, creamy, juicy and sweet flesh \u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Not hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eSoak the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003efor up to 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e in lukewarm water and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003escarify them\u003c\/strong\u003e to optimize germination. Sow directly outdoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003e1 to 2 weeks after the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , or start seeds indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before planting out. Sow at a depth of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e1.25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e . Plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3) with moderate watering (level 2). Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e150 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Germination takes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e4 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e at temperatures between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e23 and 30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e Harvest when the fruit turns \u003cstrong data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eyellow\u003c\/strong\u003e , is slightly fragrant, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eshows signs of\u003c\/strong\u003e half-slipping from the vine. A fully ripe melon can be stored \u003cstrong data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003efor up to 4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e in the refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e • In \u003cstrong data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003esweet slices\u003c\/strong\u003e to enjoy its creamy texture\u003cbr data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e • In rich and fragrant fruit salads\u003cbr data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e • In smooth and velvety smoothies\u003cbr data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e • In sorbets with intense orange flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e • Cubed in summer bowls with mint or basil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'PMR Delicious 51'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e melon combines earliness, high disease resistance, and excellent flavor. 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