Rocky Ford Green Flesh Melon is is a popular heirloom green muskmelon with an interior like a honeydew melon and the exterior of a cantaloupe! This Colorado-based variety produces 2-pound melons with a lime-green flesh that is incredibly sweet and a yellow-bronze netted skin when ripe. Prepare into fresh fruit, salads, pressed in sorbets and drinks, wrapped in prosciutto, or desserts. This carefully curated variety was made possible by the Rocky Ford Cantaloupe Seed Breeders Association. We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Melon, Rocky Ford Green Flesh Latin Name: Cucumis melo var. reticulatus Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days to Harvest: 70-90 Growth Habit: Vine USDA Zones: 3-12 Lifespan: Annual Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Brand: TomorrowSeeds Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No Seeds Packed For**: 2024 *Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds. **Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Prepare soil by removing large weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Dig or plow the soil 8-10 inches deep in winter or early spring. You may optionally apply manure or compost at 50-100 pounds per 1,000 square feet, or 2-4 tons per acre , to build the organic matter content of the soil. Turn the soil over to cover organic material completely. Next, work the soil into ridges or hills 4-8 inches high and 12-14 inches wide. This creates well-draining soil beds. Heavier soils may require higher soil beds. Place rows of muskmelons or honeydews 6-8 feet apart. Since melons are vining crops, they require a lot of space and are best for larger gardens or lot-sized urban gardens; they may grow in small gardens if vines are trellised and the fruit is supported. Melons grow best in deep, well-draining sandy or sandy loam soil with plenty of organic matter and a neutral pH. Heavy soils with lots of clay may cause smaller sized plants and produce fewer melons. Planting: Try not to plant seeds until the soil warms in the spring and all danger of frost is past since melons are warm-season crops and can be easily injured by frost. Black plastic mulch can help to increase soil temperature and give melons an earlier start on growth. To direct sow, plant 6-8 seeds 1-1 1/2 inches deep in hills spaced 2-3 feet apart within rows. Water after planting if soil is dry. Transplanting, in contrast to direct sowing, may save 10-12 days of harvest time. To transplant, plant seeds in peat pots 2-4 weeks before transplanting. Transplant into the garden before the second true leaf opens ("true leaves" are the first two large leaves that appear before the smaller "seed leaves" appear). After melon plants break through the soil, thin to 2 plants per hill. Planting Depth: 1- 1/2 inch Within-Row Spacing: 2-3 feet Between-Row Spacing: 6-8 feet Care During the Season: Watering: Water the at least 1 inch per week. High temperatures, high winds, and sandy soils will increase the need for water. Weeding and Pruning: Keep plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing, be careful not to cut too deeply into the soil near the melon plants as cutting the feeder rooters which may slow the plant's growth. Pruning can increase fruit size of muskmelons and honeydews, but it is usually not needed. Fertilizing: Melons benefit from small amounts of fertilizer in 2 or 3 applications. Dig a 4-6 inch deep trench, about 2 inches from the side of the row, all down the row. You may optionally scatter 2-3 pounds of fertilizer for every 60-70 feet of row in the trench. Phosphorous is important for muskmelons at planting and nitrogen is important when vines begin to run. Cover the fertilizer and plant so seeds do not touch the fertilizer. Make the second fertilizer application when vines are 8 inches long. Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Bt neem oil can be used to control the spider mites, and pyrethins can control for the cucumber beetle. Neem oil and insecticidal soaps are good ways to control for aphids. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions. Diseases: Rotating crops is important for disease control. To prevent build-up of diseases, it is advised that melons should not be planted in the same place more than once every 3 or 4 years. If spots appear on the leaves and no insects are present, a fungicide may be needed. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. Please always follow label directions. Harvesting: Harvest muskmelons when the fruit rind changes to a yellowish-orange color, the stem begins to separate or slip from the fruit, and the odor gets strong. If left long enough, the stem will naturally separate from the fruit (call "full slip"). Fruit at this stage should be used within 36-48 hours as it may spoil soon. For better quality, harvest fruits at the "half slip" stage when the stem is partially separated from the fruit. Try not to harvest melons too early because the sugar content does not increase after harvest. Muskmelons can improve in flavor after harvest, but this is usually due to mellowing of the flesh. Nutrition Facts: Muskmelon Amount per 1 melon, medium (about 5" dia) (552 g) Calories 186 % Daily Value* Total Fat 1 g 1% Saturated fat 0.3 g 1% Polyunsaturated fat 0.4 g Monounsaturated fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Sodium 88 mg 3% Potassium 1,474 mg 42% Total Carbohydrate 45 g 15% Dietary fiber 5 g 20% Sugar 43 g Protein 4.6 g 9% Vitamin A 373% Vitamin C 337% Calcium 5% Iron 6% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B-6 20% Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 16% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Available only in the Spring! Kiwano, also known as Jelly Melon or African Horned Cucumber is an annual fruiting vine. The plant produces a gorgeous, eye-catching a cucumber melon-like fruit. When ripe, it has bright orange skin and refreshing lime-green juicy interior with many soft cucumber-like seeds. Native to center and southern Africa, Kiwano thrives in a hot, dry environment and is the perfect plant to grow in late summer. Kiwano's flavor is a combination of cucumber, lime, melon with maybe even a mellow hint of banana. The flesh of the fruit is juicy and succulent and can be scooped from the fruit with a spoon. Kiwano fruit is great raw alone or in salads but can also be boiled down into a jelly or even pickled. The Kiwano vine likes to climb on trees, shrubs, grass and throughout low-lying disturbed areas. One hardy Kiwano vine can produce up to 100 fruits in one season!
This salad of melon, sweet pepper, salty cheese and earthy basil recalls the watermelon salad that we all love so much, but its elegant components make it more refined. Salt is key to marrying the flavors, so be generous, tasting as you go. Be liberal, too, with a very good extra-virgin olive oil—it is very much a part of this salad.
An excellent variety for the home gardener.Fruits average 2-3 pounds and keep for a long time.Heavily netted and slightly ribbed with a fine-grained sweet flavored green flesh.Free Shipping! Every product is packaged in resealable bags!Product descriptionThe Rocky Ford Green Flesh Melon is a small 5x5x5 melon, open pollinated, heirloom variety with a deep fine grained green flesh and a crisp, fresh taste. The flesh has a sugary flavor with a rich melon taste. Melons also perform well when transplanted. In early spring, we recommend transplanting to get a jump start on the growing season. Melons prefers warmer temperatures for seed to germinate. By transplanting, you can have plants in the ground before the soil temperature warms enough to direct seed.
Learn where you can find Melon Plants for sale, plus get care, planting, and growing instructions for your Melon Plants.
Honeydew Cantaloupe Heirloom! A very smooth-skinned melon that ripens to a beautiful pale green to ivory-gold with a small seed cavity. Sweet lime-green, juicy flesh has a delightful aroma. Vines produce large fruits up to 6 lb that store and ship well. A heavy producer! Fun Facts: 1. Cantaloupe plants have been cultivated since 2400 BC possibly originating in Egypt 2. Chinese royalty enjoyed eating the seeds around 200 BC 3. Pepo was a common term used for cantaloupe in the 1300's on 4. Columbus took melon seeds to Haiti 5. A cantaloupe consists of 95% water Uses: Fresh- salads We thank you for your support of rare and naturally grown seeds! ABOUT US • Owned, Operated and Ships from US • Heirloom Seeds • Non-GMO • All Natural Open Pollinated Seeds Because Seed is a perishable product all sales have to be final. No Returns or Refunds can be accepted- We appreciate your understanding Pictures / Video are representative only. All seeds are true to listing description and botanical name ===== Some seeds require some experience in growing. We provide germination guidance and recommend that you do some research before ordering if you feel unsure. Growing plants from seed is supposed to be fun. Sometimes it is successful and sometimes not- this is the way it is with gardening. Because we are not there to plant them, we cannot be responsible for germination failure due to improper planting or climate conditions or for any other reason. We will always send you viable seeds and are always here to help you along the way. Note: Seeds ship by first class letter or package depending on size -Thanks!
How to grow and harvest Melon
Cantaloupe Smoothie: A refreshingly sweet and hydrating drink, bursting with the juicy flavor of ripe cantaloupe and a creamy, smooth texture.
Er ist leicht, frisch und noch dazu super schnell gemacht. So lieben wir unsere Sommersalate!
This sweet melon gazpacho is a refreshing light summer meal or starter. Packed with plenty of flavour and topped with crispy parma ham, this dish has under 250 calories per serving
Growing a quality crop of melons in zone 5 gardens has been purported by many to be a challenge. However, with some planning and attention to detail, it is possible to grow your own mouthwatering melo
It took nine years to grow and photograph all the melons in this book.
So you want to grow something "different" this year do you? Alright. I have a few ideas for ya. When you plant your first garden you usually limit yourself to the things that are easy for growing in a vegetable garden. Stuff that's pretty common. Things like tomatoes and cucumbers and slugs. But as time...Read More
DESCRIPTION: NAME: Rocky Ford Cantaloupe OTHER COMMON NAMES: Rocky Ford Green Flesh / Improved Rocky Ford / Rocky Ford Melon / Eden Gem / Gem of Eden / Muskmelon SCIENTIFIC NAME: Cucumis Melo COLOR: Green Flesh PLANT SEEDS: Outdoors after frost / Indoors weeks before last frost HARVEST: 85 Days HARDINESS ZONE: Annual PLANT HEIGHT: 18 - 24" PLANT SPACING: 4 - 6' LIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Sun SOIL & WATER PREFERENCES: Average QUANTITY: 75 Seeds OTHER: Rocky Ford is an heirloom cantaloupe or muskmelon with a netted skin & sweet green flesh. The 2 - 3 pound fruit has a 5" diameter, & is deliciously fragrant. * RECEIVE A FREE GIFT FROM SEEDVILLE USA’S “WILD SIDE” CONSERVATION TEAM WITH EVERY ORDER! AND ... FREE SHIPPING ON ANY ADDITIONAL SEEDS! PAY ONLY ONE FLAT SHIPPING FEE NO MATTER HOW MANY PACKS OF SEEDS YOU ORDER! PLEASE VISIT MY STORE FOR OVER 1,700 TYPES OF FLOWER, VINE, TREE, SHRUB, HERB, FRUIT, & VEGETABLE SEEDS!!!
It took nine years to grow and photograph all the melons in this book.
