| Common Name | Muskmelon Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Latin Name | Cucumis melo |
| Flavor Profile | Rich, Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 5 - 7 lb |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Vining |
| Harvest Advantages | Fresh Eating, Market Farm |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible, Fast Growing |
| Plant Resistance | Fusariam Wilt, 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° |
Thunderstruck
Muskmelon Seed
This melon can be stored longer after harvest than other Eastern types, while still having the outstanding flavor and texture expected of this type. Fruit weigh 5-7 lbs and have exceptional sweetness at 13% Brix. Expect full color change and slip at maturity. Good resistance to fusarium wilt and powdery mildew.
| Days to Maturity | 80 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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