Purely Organic Hales Best Jumbo Cantaloupe Seeds - USDA Organic

Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Premium Packaging: All seeds from Purely Organic Products are packaged in individually styled packets ideal for gifts, storage or immediate use. Each packet displays the flower, vegetable, plant or herb variety on the front with instructions and plant facts on the back.

When soil temperature is consistently above 70o F, sow 2-3 seeds each in 8-10" tall mounds. Ensure soil is sandy, well composted, and moist but well-drained with a pH of 6.0-6.5. After germination thin best starts to 1 per mound. Canta- loupes love sun and heat; but will benefit from a top layer of mulch to keep soil moist. During growth and fruiting, water regularly at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry. During ripening reduce watering so there is a slight drought. Trim flowers and smaller fruits to encourage bigger melons.

Harvesting Ripe Cantaloupes: When the melon begins to emit a sweet, fruity aroma-and the rind turns from green to golden yellow-it should be ripe and easily pulled from the vine. Try not to let melons fall by themselves to prevent bruising. 

Help Your Plants Thrive with Weed Control: Weeds compete with vegetables, flowers and other plants for water, space and nutrients. Give your plants their best life by keeping weeds under control with Organic Weed Barrier Paper, mulch or careful weeding.