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French heirloom documented by Vilmorin in the 1880’s. Famous throughout France. Fruits weigh 5-8 pounds and have a distinct bumpy outer shell. Many times they are mistaken for a squash. One of the most fragrant and flavorful of all melons when grown properly. Succulant, dark salmon-orange flesh. Always serve at room temperature. Melons will not slip, so we find it is best to pick slightly green and ripen indoors. Prefers a hot, dry, growing season. Does well for us in Wisconsin. 80 days.
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Seed Type | Conventional |
| Latin Name: | Cucumis melo |
| Germination: | 4-10 days |
| Maturity: | 80 days |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Planting Method: | Direct sow after danger of frost has passed; or start indoors and transplant into garden after 3-4 weeks. |
| Planting Depth: | 1/2" |
| Spacing: | Plant in hills of 6-8 seeds; thin to 3-4 plants. Hills should be 6\' apart in all directions. |
| Seed Count | +/- 1,020 per ounce; 16,450 per pound |
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