Quantity
About 25 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Type
Fruit
Cycle
Annual
The organic 'Oka' embroidered melon is an iconic heritage variety from Quebec, carrying a precious horticultural history and a gourmet charm that spans generations. Developed in 1893 by the Trappist monks of Oka, Cucumis melo embodies both the legacy of monastic gardens and the simple pleasure of sun-ripened summer harvests. Its round fruits, with an embroidered rind that changes from dark green to orange tones when ripe, bring a warm and generous presence to the vegetable garden. Its orange, sweet, and fragrant flesh reveals fruity notes reminiscent of vanilla and pineapple, making it a particularly sought-after melon for fresh consumption. Early and well-suited to drier conditions, it is ideal for gardeners who want to grow a tasty melon without sacrificing hardiness. In full sun, in rich and well-drained soil, it vigorously spreads its stems and quickly rewards the gardener's attention with beautiful fragrant fruits. Its heritage value further adds to the pleasure of cultivating it, as if each harvest somewhat extends the living history of local vegetable gardens. It is an old, elegant, and delicious melon, perfect for combining memory, flavor, and abundance in the garden.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.8 to 1 in. (2 to 2.5 cm)
Establishment temperature
24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
5 to 10 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Rich and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to August
Harvest80 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCorn, bean, sunflower
Avoid planting withSquash, potatoes
Fresh fruit, dessert, snack, heritage vegetable garden, summer harvest
