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Melon Seeds - Hales Best Jumbo

Melon Seeds - Hales Best Jumbo

Size Price Savings Quantity
Packet $4.49
1 Ounce $11.59
1/4 Pound $26.29 43% Savings
1 Pound $58.79 68% Savings
5 Pounds $209.99 ($2.62/ounce) 77% Savings
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  • Deliciously sweet and aromatic, early producer
  • Classic cantaloupe taste
  • High yielding
  • Prefers full sun exposure
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About

Features

Life Cycle Annual
Planting Season Warm Season
Fruit Size Up to 5 pounds
Growth Habit Climbing

Flavor Profile Muskmelon; Sweet; Rich; Tropical; Hints of Honeydew and Pineapple
Plant Characteristics Fast Growing
Use Culinary, Trellis Garden
Growing Conditions Greenhouse, Outdoor
Harvest Advantages Microgreens

About Melon Seeds - Hales Best Jumbo

Cucumis melo

Seed Type Heirloom Seed

The Hales Best Jumbo Melon has that quintessential cantaloupe taste that fruit lovers crave. It produces a large melon perfect for an entire family to enjoy on picnic outings. If you've never grown melons, this is a great first choice, and you'll never go back to buying storebought cantaloupes.

Planting Information

Planting Melon Seeds - Hales Best Jumbo

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 78
1 Ounce 1,100
1/4 Pound 4,400
1 Pound 17,600
5 Pounds 88,000

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