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Banana Melon

Melon

Cucumis melo var. inodorus 'Banana'

Overview
An unusual heirloom melon that looks exactly like a giant banana with its elongated yellow shape and smooth skin. This conversation-starting variety produces sweet, salmon-pink flesh with a delicate flavor reminiscent of both cantaloupe and honeydew. The novelty appearance combined with excellent taste makes it a hit at farmers markets and a unique addition to any home garden.
Planting
Direct sow when soil reaches 70°F or start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Handle seedlings carefully.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6.2–6.8. Space plants 48" apart. Germination: 8-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, aphids, vine borers. Common diseases: Fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew.