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Melon Seeds - Charentais

Melon Seeds - Charentais

Size Price Savings Quantity
Packet $4.49
1 Ounce $13.69
1/4 Pound $32.59 ($8.14/ounce) 41% Savings
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  • Small variety of French cantaloupe
  • Highly fragrant and sweet fruit
  • Great breakfast for two melon
  • Prefers full sun exposure
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About

Features

Life Cycle Annual
Planting Season Warm Season
Fruit Size 2 to 3 pounds
Growth Habit Climbing

Flavor Profile Sweet; Floral; Juicy and Tender Texture; Hints of Apricot; Pear; & Honey
Plant Characteristics Fast Growing
Use Culinary, Trellis Garden
Growing Conditions Greenhouse, Outdoor
Harvest Advantages Microgreens

About Melon Seeds - Charentais

Cucumis melo

Seed Type Heirloom Seed

Grow Heirloom Melons - Charentais Melon Seeds:

Renowned for its tropical, super-sweet taste and exotic perfume, Charentais Melon is the quintessential French melon. Almost one hundred years ago the Randon family brought the Charentais, widely considered one of the sweetest melons, to fruition. This grey-green gem has been blessing gardens ever since.

Planting Information

Planting Melon Seeds - Charentais

Planting Season Warm Season
Sowing Method Direct Sow, Start Indoors
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth 1 inch
Plant Spacing 2 to 3 feet
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Days to Maturity 60 to 90 days
View our Melon Planting Guide to learn more.

Coverage

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 39
1 Ounce 1,100
1/4 Pound 4,400

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