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Jenny Lind Melon

Melon

Cucumis melo var. reticulatus 'Jenny Lind'

Overview
A charming 1840s heirloom cantaloupe named after the famous Swedish opera singer, featuring distinctive turban-shaped fruits with a pronounced button end. This early-maturing variety produces small, intensely flavored melons with pale orange flesh and fine netting that were once sold by street vendors in Philadelphia. The compact size and exceptional flavor make it perfect for small gardens and fresh eating.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 65°F or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 30" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, squash vine borers, aphids. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew.