Melons - Muskmelons - Minnesota Midget - Org Hrlm

Minnesota Midget Organic Heirloom Muskmelon is a cute little vintage that was developed at the University of Minnesota in 1948. It is a well-adapted strain and popular 4" orange-fleshed melon. The vines are 3 - 4' long and sugar content is high. Minnesota Midget shows that good things can come in small packages! Since the vines are not too long, the plant can be grown in a big container in a warm, sunny location. Melons are heat lovers and heavy feeders, so pick a sunny spot and spend some time preparing the soil with rich compost. If planted in a garden area, keep the beds mulched with straw because weeding will become impossible once the vining gets underway. Smaller fruits and early flowering are traits that set apart melons that mature early in the growing season. Plenty of delicious melons can he grown in summer-starved places from Montana to Maine. . ... additional info