Melon Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe/Muskmelon Organic Seed Pack

Description

This delightful little melon introduced in 1948 by the University of Minnesota produces loads of 4″ fruit, sweet and juicy to the rind. Melons in general, love long, hot seasons, but this variety is specially suited to areas with a short growing season, though it can be grown anywhere. Compact, 36″ plants are great for containers. Plants are Fusarium wilt resistant.

Days to Maturity: 60–70 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Type: Cantaloupe (Learn more)

Native: Africa, Asia, Australia, West Pacific Islands

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: Compact vines up to 36″ long

Variety Info: 4″ round fruits with fine, dense netting and golden-yellow flesh, high sugar content, edible to the rind. ‘Minnesota Midget’ was developed in 1948 by the University of Minnesota at St. Paul.

Attributes: Fusarium Wilt Resistant, Frost Sensitive, Good for Containers