Botanical profile
Cantaloupe
Latin name
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
Type
Annual
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Sweet, juicy, and fragrant summer melon with bright orange flesh and a finely netted rind. It thrives in warm, rich, well-drained soils and requires plenty of sun to ripen. Ideal for in-ground or mound gardens, it produces flavorful fruit perfect for fruit salads, smoothies, or simply enjoyed fresh.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Vegetable garden and yield
Companion planting, spacing and harvest
Companion plants
Plants to avoid
Spacing
Harvest period
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
