Cantaloupe 'Sarah's Choice'
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Sweet, juicy, and exceptionally high-quality cantaloupe for Nordic gardens
Cantaloupe “Sarah's Choice” ( Cucumis melo ), offered by OSC Seeds
“Sarah’s Choice” is a premium cantaloupe renowned for its deep orange , juicy, and intensely sweet flesh with a smooth, melting texture. Its medium-sized fruits are uniform, well-defined, and ripen reliably even in shorter growing seasons , making it a favorite among Quebec gardeners. A vigorous and productive variety, it is highly prized for its exceptional flavor.
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing in late spring
Height/Habit: Creeping vines
Package size: Approximately 10 seeds
Harvest time: 75–85 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Corn, beans, bee-friendly flowers
Incompatible plants: Potatoes
Heritage: Hybrid (F1)
Planting and maintenance:
Start the seeds indoors 2–3 weeks before planting out. Transplant outdoors in full sun in warm, rich, and very well-drained soil. Space the plants 60–90 cm apart. Water regularly at the base of the plants, avoiding wetting the foliage to reduce the risk of disease. The fruit is ready when the skin becomes reticulated and the stem weakens—at which point it detaches easily.
