Cantaloupe 'Charentais'
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Melon Cantaloup 'Charentais', (Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis) , offered by the seed company Weston Seeds
The 'Charentais' cantaloupe melon is a French heirloom renowned for its exceptional taste. This small to medium-sized melon is distinguished by its smooth, slightly striped, subtle silvery-green skin and thick, sweet, juicy and fragrant flesh. Highly aromatic, it is ideal for market gardeners and home gardeners who want to grow a premium fruit that is appreciated throughout Europe.
Days to maturity : 80 to 85 days
Fruit size : 1.4 to 1.8 kg (3 to 4 pounds)
Plant height : 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 inches)
Plant spacing : 75 to 95 cm (30 to 38 inches)
Spacing between hills : 1.5 to 2 m (4 to 6 feet)
Exposure : Full sun
Sowing : Direct sowing recommended (or indoors for short season regions)
Quantity per pack : 80 to 100 untreated seeds
Cultivation method:
Choose a sheltered, south-facing site with plenty of sun to optimize growth. Sow 3 to 4 seeds 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep per hill. Space hills 4 to 6 feet (1.5 to 2 m) apart. Once the seedlings have germinated, thin to 3 to 4 plants per hill.
In short-season areas, start seeds indoors in paper or peat pots 4 weeks before the expected last frost date. Maintain a soil temperature of at least 70°F (21°C) for best germination. Transplant seedlings outdoors once the danger of frost has passed.
Keep melon vines evenly watered throughout the growing season. Avoid overwatering once the fruits are well formed to preserve their flavor and sweet texture.
An incomparable taste experience!
The 'Charentais' cantaloupe melon is a must-have for any gardener looking to grow a high-quality fruit. Its sweet taste and intense aroma make it a real summer treat, perfect to eat fresh, in fruit salads or as an accompaniment to a meal. Give your vegetable garden a touch of refinement with this iconic melon from French markets.
