Minnesota Midget Melon (1948)

20 Seeds

🍈 Minnesota Midget Melon (1948)

Seeding Instructions for Gulf Area

Best Planting Time

• Best planted during the mild to warm season in the Gulf:
  • February to April
• In cooler Gulf regions, a second planting may be possible:
  • September to October

Soil Preparation

• Use light, sandy, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or aged manure.
• Ideal soil pH:
  • 6.0–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds directly in garden beds, raised beds, or large containers.
• Plant seeds:
  • 2–3 cm deep
• Sow:
  • 2–3 seeds per hole
• Space plants:
  • 80–100 cm apart.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature:
  • 24–32°C
• Requires:
  • Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)

Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth.
• Reduce watering slightly once fruits mature to improve sweetness.
• Avoid waterlogged soil.

Germination Time

• Seeds germinate in:
  • 5–10 days

Growth & Harvest

• Fruits are usually ready:
  • 70–90 days after sowing
• Harvest when fruits become fragrant and slightly soft at the blossom end.

Gulf Climate Tips

• This compact melon variety performs well in Gulf winter-to-spring warmth.
• Protect plants from extreme temperatures above 40°C.
• Mulching helps conserve moisture and cool the roots.
• Good airflow reduces fungal diseases.
• Excellent for raised beds, containers, and small gardens.