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Sweet Melon Seeds

Sweet Melon Seeds

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Grow your own sweet and juicy melons with these Sweet Melon Seeds. Perfect for home gardeners, these seeds produce robust plants that yield a plentiful harvest of melons bursting with flavor, ideal for fresh snacking, summer salads, and refreshing treats.

Highlights:

  • Product Type: Bonsai
  • Size: Small, Medium
  • Style: Annual
  • Full-bloom Period: Autumn
  • Flowerpot: Excluded
  • Type: Succulent Plant
  • Use: Outdoor Plants
  • Variety: Sugar Cube Melon

Note: Grow your own Sugar Cube Melon with these Sweet Melon Seeds. Each pack contains 100 seeds.

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  • Soil requirements: Sweet melons prefer well-drained, sandy loam soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 6.8. The soil should be rich in organic matter to support healthy growth.
  • Sunlight needs: Sweet melons require full sun exposure, which means they need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
  • Watering requirements: Sweet melons need consistent watering, especially during the growing season. Water deeply once or twice a week, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering as the fruit matures to enhance sweetness.
  • Planting season: The best time to plant sweet melon seeds is in the spring, after the last frost has passed and the soil temperature is consistently above 70°F (21°C).
  • Depth and spacing: Plant sweet melon seeds about 1 inch deep and space them 18-24 inches apart in rows that are 5-6 feet apart to allow ample room for vine growth.
  • Germination time: Sweet melon seeds typically germinate within 7-10 days under optimal conditions.
  • Maturity time: Sweet melons generally take about 75-90 days to reach maturity after planting.
  • Harvesting time: The best time to harvest sweet melons is in the early morning when the temperatures are cooler, which helps preserve the fruit's flavor and texture.
  • Harvesting tips: To determine if a sweet melon is ready for harvest, check for a sweet aroma, a slight softening at the blossom end, and a change in skin color. Use a sharp knife or pruning shears to cut the melon from the vine, leaving a small portion of the stem attached. Store harvested melons in a cool, dry place and consume them within a few days for the best flavor.

Real Stories from Real People

  • Olivia T.

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    I am thrilled with the quality of seeds from McKenna Seeds. The germination rate has been excellent, and the plants are growing strong and healthy. The detailed instructions included with the seeds made it easy for me to get started, even as a beginner. Highly recommend their products!

  • James R.

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    McKenna Seeds offers an impressive range of seeds, from vegetables to herbs and flowers. I’ve been able to grow everything I need for my home garden, and every variety I’ve planted has thrived. It’s a one-stop shop for all your gardening needs!

  • Emily K.

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    Shopping at McKenna Seeds was a breeze. The website is easy to navigate, and my seeds arrived quickly and in great condition. The customer service team was very responsive when I had questions about planting times. I’m very satisfied and will continue to buy from them for all my gardening projects.

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