Growing Hearts of Gold Cantaloupe Melon Garden Seeds

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Growing Directions:

The Hearts of Gold cantaloupe thrives in warm climates. Whether this means sowing seeds indoors and transplanting them after a few weeks, so sowing them directly, be sure that the soil is always warm and they are planted in an area with full sun. Their soil should be sandy and rich, adding compost can help, and have a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5. Sow the seeds in one half inch deep, with each row three to five feet apart and plant spacing two to three feet apart. As the vines grow, take note of which melons are growing successfully, and trim of leaves, flowers, and smaller melons. This will promote higher production in the more successful melons. Water the vines low to the ground so that their leaves don't become damp, which can lead to disease. The melons should be ready for harvest after 80-90 days. When they are fully mature, they should also be pretty easy to remove from the vine, and be turning slightly golden.

Facts:

Read this article by Live Science about the nutritional value of cantaloupe.

Seeds Per Package:

• 3 g - Approximately 100 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
• 5 lb - Approximately 80,000 Seeds