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Ambrosia Cantaloupe
MelonCucumis melo var. cantalupensis 'Ambrosia'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 86 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 36" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
A premium hybrid cantaloupe that lives up to its heavenly name with exceptionally sweet, aromatic flesh and reliable production. Known for its thick, salmon-orange flesh and high sugar content, this variety consistently produces perfectly round melons with excellent shelf life. Ambrosia combines the best traits of heirloom flavor with modern hybrid vigor and disease resistance.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 70°F or start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Transplant carefully to avoid root disturbance.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites, squash bugs. Common diseases: Bacterial wilt, downy mildew, anthracnose, alternaria leaf spot.