Honey Rock Melon produces medium to large-sized fruits with a beautiful, golden rind and a luscious orange flesh. Each melon is bursting with mouthwatering sweetness, offering a delightful combination of honey-like flavor and juicy texture. The melons are incredibly fragrant, filling the air with their tempting aroma as they ripen to perfection.
This variety is highly regarded for its exceptional flavor and exceptional productivity. The vigorous vines produce an abundance of melons, ensuring a bountiful harvest for you to enjoy. With proper care and favorable growing conditions, you can expect a plentiful supply of Honey Rock Melons that are perfect for sharing with friends and family or savoring all by yourself.
Growing Honey Rock Melon is a rewarding experience, as it is relatively easy to cultivate. Sow the seeds in well-drained soil and provide the plants with plenty of sunlight and water. As the melons develop, you can support their growth by placing straw or a suitable mulch under the fruits to prevent them from coming into direct contact with the ground.
Enjoy Honey Rock Melon at the peak of its flavor by harvesting it when the fruit slips easily from the vine and the skin takes on a golden hue. This is the moment when the melon's succulent flesh is at its sweetest, ensuring a truly satisfying eating experience.
Whether enjoyed fresh on its own, added to fruit salads, or used in refreshing smoothies, Honey Rock Melon is a versatile and delightful addition to your culinary adventures. Its vibrant color, enticing aroma, and mouthwatering taste make it a perfect choice for summer snacks, desserts, and even creative recipes.
Garden Tip: Cantaloupes need a minimum area of 4' to 5' per hill. If you have only a small space, try a trellis.
Planting Depth: 1/2"-1"
Thin To: 36"
Sun/Shade: Sun
Start Indoors: In peat pots 4 weeks before last frost
Plant Outdoors: After danger of frost
Maturity: 85 days
