Melons - Muskmelons - Rocky Ford Honey Dew - Org Hrlm

Rocky Ford Honey Dew Organic Heirloom Muskmelon is from 1881, and produces oval fruits that are 5" in diameter. It is the earliest green fleshed Honey Dew we have been able to find. With an excellent flavor, it has heavy netted fruits with thick flesh. Known for its sweet-flavored, green flesh, Organic Rocky Ford Muskmelon is a vigorous vine that is highly rust resistant; prolific yielder of firm fruit. Make sure plants get at least an inch of water a week at the beginning and stop watering when the fruits begin to ripen. They'll develop better flavor if they don't get too much moisture during the last week or two. They must be fully ripened before picking. . ... additional information