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Cantaloupe Minnesota Midget

Melon

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis 'Minnesota Midget'

Overview
A compact cantaloupe perfect for northern gardens and small spaces, developed at the University of Minnesota. This early-maturing variety produces sweet, orange-fleshed fruits on short vines that can even be grown in containers. Despite its small size, the flavor rivals full-sized cantaloupes with excellent sweetness and aroma.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 65°F, or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Transplant carefully to avoid root disturbance.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 4-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, squash bugs, spider mites. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt, anthracnose.