Sarah’s Choice F1 Melon Seeds – 110 Seeds
(100% Refund)
(3-6 Business Days)
Cucumis melo - Our most flavorful cantaloupe.
Sarah's Choice consistently comes out on top of our on-farm taste tests. Its flavor combined with its attractive oval fruits and ideal 3-lb. size, make it the best variety for retail sales. Harvest at full-slip (when a gentle tug removes the fruit from the vine). Bred by the late Dr. Brent Loy of the University of New Hampshire.
Life Cycle
Annual
Days To Maturity
76 days From transplanting. Add approx. 10 days if direct seeding.
Disease Resistance
F, PM (Intermediate) Fusarium Wilt (races 0-2) & Powdery Mildew.
Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)
Product Features
Easy Choice, Retail Favorite Ideal 3 lb size and exceptional sweetness.
Latin Name
Cucumis melo
Planting Guide
Cantaloupe Instructions
Soil & Hardiness
USDA Zones 3-11. Tender Annual. Thrives in light, well-drained soil with a pH of 7.0 and southern exposure. Plastic mulch and row covers make for earlier crops and better yields, especially in the North.
Sowing Method
Transplant (Recommended): Sow indoors 1 month (no sooner!) before transplanting. Plant ¼" deep.
Direct Seed: Sow 1-2 weeks after last frost when soil is above 70°F (21°C).
Temperatures
Optimum Germination: 80–90°F (27–32°C), peaking around 86°F (30°C). Reduce to 75°F (24°C) after emergence. Reduce water/temp a week prior to transplanting to harden off.
Plant Spacing
Transplant outdoors 2–3' apart in rows 6' apart. Handle seedlings carefully; do not disturb roots when transplanting.
Watering (Crucial Step)
Good moisture is vital early on. However, do not water during the last week before fruits are ripe, as overwatering at this stage causes bland, watery fruit.
Pests & Diseases
Protect against cucumber beetles with row covers (remove when female flowers appear). Beware of "sudden wilt" in late summer, caused by cold stress on plants with heavy fruit loads.
Harvest: The "Full Slip" Method
Watch for skin color changes and browning of the tendril near the stem. Harvest at Full Slip: meaning the fruit should easily separate from the vine with a gentle, light tug.
Storage Guide
Store ripe netted melons (like cantaloupes) at a chilly 36–41°F (2–5°C) with 90–95% humidity.
They will hold for a few days at room temperature, but chilling significantly extends their storage life.
Seed Specifications
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Details
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- Beginner Friendly: Easy to grow, perfect for gardeners of all skill levels.
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Kakaseeds is committed to your success, every step of the way.
We want you, our customer, to be 100% satisfied with all of our seeds, tools, and supplies.
If anything you purchase from us proves unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item or refund the purchase price.