- Also known as "Colorado Preserving Melon"
- Used to make jams and other preserves
- Heirloom
Description
'Preserving Melon- Red Seeded Citron' seeds
Citrullus vulgaris
- Also known as "Colorado Preserving Melon"
- Used to make jams and other preserves
- Heirloom
Heirloom variety. Large vines that produce round, green and white, smooth skinned fruit. Fruit has hard white/yellow flesh with red seeds and is not eaten fresh but instead is used in the kitchen for making jams, preserves, cakes, pies and other desserts. Flavour is pleasant but quite neutral. Stores well. Also known as Colorado Preserving Melon, Citron Melon, Jam Melon, Citron Melon
Seeds per gram: 15
Product code: D1-20
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Sow direct |
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Sowing Depth | 20mm |
Season | Spring or after frost |
Germination | 10-14 days @ 27-32°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Annual |
Row Spacing | 125cm |
Plant Spacing | 75cm |
Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 80-100 days |
*Notes: Needs to be well watered. Is pollinated by bees.
How To Grow
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