Anyway, no men falling today, but it sure was Raining Melons!
Here's the list of what was planted today:
Hime Kansen Watermelon (Japanese Ice Box)
Imperial 45 Cantalope
Hale's Best Jumbo Cantalope
Charentais Melon
Mickeylee Watermelon (Ice Box)
Old Original Melon
Moon & Stars Watermelon
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This is from an old Sunset article about Charentais Melons
ReplyDelete"MELONS LOVE WARMTH
In general, melons grow best in warm weather, but you can grow Charentais even in marginal climates if you plant seeds through black plastic or green polyethylene (IRT-76) mulch and use row covers. Also, for success in the coastal Northwest or colder climates, grow a short-season melon such as 'Flyer'.Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and about 6 inches apart in well-amended soil, in rows about 6 feet apart. At high elevations or in cool, wet climates, start seeds indoors and transplant out after soil has warmed to at least 70 [degrees]. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, thin to one plant every 18 inches. Remove row covers when female flowers form (look for a bulge at the base of the flower).
Adequate soil moisture is important during early growth. Keep the soil moist but not wet. After fruit set, water infrequently; signs of wilting during midday indicate a need for water."
Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and about 6 inches apart in well-amended soil, in rows about 6 feet apart. At high elevations or in cool, wet climates, start seeds indoors and transplant out after soil has warmed to at least 70 [degrees]. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, thin to one plant every 18 inches. Remove row covers when female flowers form (look for a bulge at the base of the flower).
Adequate soil moisture is important during early growth. Keep the soil moist but not wet. After fruit set, water infrequently; signs of wilting during midday indicate a need for water.