Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon Seeds

Name: Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon Seeds
Brand: Weston
SKU: WSD-62223000010
Price: 3.99 CAD
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Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon: Tortarello Barese is an Italian melon used young as a cucumber vegetable, with a lightly fuzzy fruit surface.

cucumber Cucurbitaceae

Weston

Cucumis melo

Common nameCucumber

FamilyCucurbitaceae

GenusCucumis

Speciesmelo

CultivarTortarello Barese

Typecucumber

Botanical nameCucumis melo

Heirloom varietytrue

Quantity per packet60 to 80 seeds

Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon Seeds (Cucumis melo) Tortarello Barese is an Italian melon used young as a cucumber vegetable, with a lightly fuzzy fruit surface. Enjoy immature fruit in cucumber-style vegetable preparations.

Direct sow once soil reaches 21°C or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Sow about 1.3 cm deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist through emergence. Allow 30 cm between plants; about 1.8 m between rows. Provide full sun and avoid standing water. A germination temperature of 21 to 29°C is appropriate for this crop. Thin crowded seedlings early and harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting.

Harvest as an immature melon for vegetable use rather than waiting for ripe dessert melon. Pick young fruit while their texture remains tender and crisp.

In the garden

Exposure: Full sun
Life cycle: Annual

Sowing guide

Sowing & germination

Sowing depth

1.3 cm

Spacing / density

30 cm between plants; Approximately 1.8 m between rows

Germination temperature

21 to 29°C

Sowing period

Direct sow once soil reaches 21°C or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting

Propagation

Seed

Growing method

Prepare a clean seedbed or containers with warm, fertile, well-drained soil. Direct sow once soil reaches 21°C or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Sow about 1.3 cm deep unless the packet gives a more specific direction. Use the following spacing as the crop develops: 30 cm between plants; about 1.8 m between rows. Keep the medium evenly moist during emergence without leaving it saturated. Provide full sun and good air movement. Thin crowded seedlings early so the remaining plants develop without unnecessary competition. Harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting them outdoors after the appropriate frost date. Consistent, ample watering at soil level.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Soil pH

6.0 to 6.8

Watering

Water the soil regularly during fruit development and monitor containers closely.

Soil type

Prepare loose soil, enrich it as needed and provide drainage that prevents waterlogging.

Fertilization

Prepare the soil with mature compost when fertility is low. A light, balanced fertilizer may be used according to its label, but excessive feeding can cause weak or unbalanced growth. Observe leaf colour and plant development before adding more nutrients. Water after any application.

Seasonal care

At sowing time, prepare warm, fertile, well-drained soil and follow this timing: Direct sow once soil reaches 21°C or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide full sun and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Consistent, ample watering at soil level. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place.

Container growing

Provide enough root space in a pot and use a trellis only when it suits the plant’s growth habit.

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

91 to 122 cm (36–48 in)

Width / spread

30 to 36 cm (12–14 in)

Edible parts

Fruit

Days to maturity

70-73 days

Harvest

Pick young fruit while their texture remains tender and crisp.

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Place low-growing crops beyond the reach of the stems and outside the trellis’s shade.

Other recommended plants

Carosello Barese Cucumber Melon; Marketer Cucumber; Telegraph Long Cucumber

Garden use

Enjoy immature fruit in cucumber-style vegetable preparations. Harvest as an immature melon for vegetable use rather than waiting for ripe dessert melon.

Frequently asked questions

How should ‘Tortarello Barese’ cucumber be sown?

Direct sow once soil reaches 21°C or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Prepare warm, fertile, well-drained soil. Sow about 1.3 cm deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until emergence without saturating it. Label the row and provide full sun. Thin crowded seedlings so the final spacing follows this guidance: 30 cm between plants; about 1.8 m between rows. If plants are started indoors, provide strong light and harden them gradually before transplanting outdoors at the appropriate time.

Where should I grow Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon?

Light: Full sun. Prepare loose soil, enrich it as needed and provide drainage that prevents waterlogging. Light: Full sun. ‘Tortarello Barese’ cucumber prefers full sun and warm, fertile, well-drained soil. Choose a location that leaves enough room for 30 cm between plants; about 1.8 m between rows. Avoid low spots where water remains after rain. In a container, use drainage holes and a clean growing mix. Observe how light moves across the space during the day, especially near buildings or taller plants.

How should I water Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon?

Water the soil regularly during fruit development and monitor containers closely. Consistent, ample watering at soil level. During germination, use a gentle spray or careful watering so seed is not displaced. After establishment, water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. Adjust frequency to rainfall, heat, wind, soil texture, and container size. Avoid standing water because roots still require oxygen. Morning watering can help foliage dry normally during the day.

What maintenance does ‘Tortarello Barese’ cucumber need?

Keep the planting labelled, weeded, and appropriately spaced. Check young plants regularly for wilting, chewing damage, discolouration, or crowding. Provide full sun and maintain the moisture pattern described for the crop. Use clean tools, avoid deep cultivation near established roots, and remove unhealthy debris. Apply any fertilizer or pest-control product only according to its label.

When should I harvest Tortarello Barese Cucumber Melon?

Pick young fruit while their texture remains tender and crisp. Harvest as an immature melon for vegetable use rather than waiting for ripe dessert melon.