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Honeydew Melon

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Honeydew Melon

Melon

Cucumis melo var. inodorus

  • Full sun
  • Zones 2–11
  • 100 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 36" spacing
  • pH 6–7
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  • Overview

    The classic smooth-skinned melon beloved for its pale green, incredibly sweet flesh and refreshing flavor that defines summer. This popular variety produces large, oval fruits with creamy white rinds that develop a slight yellow tinge when perfectly ripe. Honeydew's mild, clean sweetness and crisp texture make it a favorite for fresh eating and a staple in grocery stores worldwide.

  • Planting

    Direct sow when soil is 70°F+ or start indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting. Needs warm, long growing season.

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, spider mites, squash vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, fusarium wilt, alternaria leaf blight.