| Common Name | Muskmelon Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Latin Name | Cucumis melo |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet, Tender & Crisp Texture |
| Fruit Size | 6 - 8 lb |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Vining |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible, Fast Growing |
| Plant Resistance | Powdery Mildew |
| Plant Spread | Vine |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary |
| Germination Days | 5-10 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Cover Seeds |
| Soil Temperature | 70° |
Lilly
Muskmelon Seed
90 days . Hybrid :: A rising star in melons, Lilly boasts tremendous flavor and high, 17% Brix. This classic Crenshaw, a cross between Casaba and Persian melons, produces large fruits that average 6-8 lb. Skin is pale yellow with juicy, light orange flesh and a distinctive sweet and spicy flavor. Lilly is much earlier than most Crenshaws and will perform much better than older varieties in regions with short seasons. Harvest at full or forced slip.
| Days to Maturity | 90 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 4' |
| Planting Depth | 3/4” |
| Row Spacing | 5' |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | High |
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