Cucumis melo 'Hearts of Gold' - Herbaceous Plants,Vegetable Seeds - Hearts of Gold Cantaloupe, Hearts of Gold Melon

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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Afghanistan, India, Iran

Native

Introduced

***Cucumis melo 'Hearts of Gold'* *Cucumis melo***

'Hearts of Gold'

Hearts of Gold Cantaloupe, Hearts of Gold Melon

In Stock: 1.544 lb (Total:1.544lb)

Cucumis melo Hearts of Gold

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Germination:

90%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

16,434

Quantity:

1.54 lb

Collected in:

Oregon

Crop year:

2023

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Item ID:

1832775

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Afghanistan, India, Iran

Native

Introduced

Discover the timeless delight of Cucumis melo 'Hearts of Gold,' an heirloom cantaloupe variety cherished for its delectable taste and prolific growth. Developed by Roland Morrill in 1895, 'Hearts of Gold' continues to be a gardener's favorite, offering juicy, salmon-orange flesh that is firm, sweet, and aromatic. This variety is renowned for producing nearly round, medium-sized fruits weighing 3-4 lbs, with a distinctive heavily netted exterior and medium ribs.

Take advantage of this cantaloupe's vigorous growth and high productivity, maturing in just 90 days from seed. 'Hearts of Gold' is an annual climber that can reach up to 5 feet, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil across hardiness zone 10. It is frost tender, preferring a warm, sunny spot where temperatures remain above 70°F (21°C).

Ideal for various soil types, this self-fertile plant is both a robust and versatile grower; it flowers from July to September, with seeds ripening between August and October. To start your melon journey, sow seeds directly in the soil after the last frost, or begin indoors 4-5 weeks prior. Maintain adequate moisture, especially as vines develop. Harvest when the fruit detaches easily and emits a mild fragrance. Embrace the rich history and scrumptious flavor of 'Hearts of Gold' cantaloupes in your garden today.