Cantaloupe 'Vidal' F1
Cucumis melo
Product code : HORTI-0040
- Exposure
- Soleil
- Life cycle
- Annuelle
Discover the plant
The cantaloupe melon 'Vidal F1', from the seed company Hortinova, is a hybrid variety producing round fruits with a marbled green skin and orange, sweet and juicy flesh. Appreciated for its exceptional taste and firm texture, this melon is perfect for fresh summer consumption and for gardeners wanting a tasty and quality harvest.
Spread: 1.5 to 2 meters
Plant height: 30 to 45 cm
Quantity per pack: ND
Companion plants: Corn, sunflower, radish
Enemy plants: Cucumber, potato
Latin name: Cucumis melo
The melon 'Vidal F1' thrives in full sun in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. It is ideal for growing in open ground, but also adapts to growing in pots for restricted spaces.
To grow this melon, sow seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors once the soil has warmed to about 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant seeds 1.5 to 2 cm deep, spacing plants 2 to 3 feet apart in rows 5 to 6 feet apart. Seeds usually germinate in 7 to 14 days.
Regular irrigation is essential to maintain constant humidity, especially during fruit formation. However, avoid excessive watering which can cause diseases. Apply mulch to limit evaporation and protect the fruit from direct contact with the soil.
Harvest melons when they are fully ripe: the skin should be slightly fragrant and crack easily at the attachment. Their tender, juicy orange flesh is perfect for desserts, fruit salads or as an accompaniment to summer dishes.
Cantaloupe 'Vidal F1' is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for an easy-to-grow melon with abundant harvests of tasty, high-quality fruit.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Propagation
Growing method
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Watering
Soil type
Fertilization
Seasonal care
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
Width / spread
Bloom period
Fruiting

Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
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