Family: Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis) (Info)
Species: melo (MEL-oh) (Info)
Cultivar: Weeks NC Giant
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Edible Fruits and Nuts
Vines and Climbers
Height:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color:
Bright Yellow
Days to Maturity:
Unknown - Tell us
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Propagation Methods:
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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