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The Seed Savers Exchange - Amish melon was first offered in the SSE Yearbook in 1983. Oval fruits are 9" long and weigh 4-7 pounds. The sweet orange flesh is very juicy with full muskmelon flavor and a rather thick rind. Produces good crops under almost any conditions at Heritage Farm headquarters in northeast Iowa. 80-90 days. ±1,100 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Best Seller Organic Fruits grow to 9 inches and 4-7 pounds Juicy, orange flesh Good muskmelon flavor 80-90 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin: To 3-4 Plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">Amish melon was first offered in the SSE Yearbook in 1983. Oval fruits are 9" long and weigh 4-7 pounds. The sweet orange flesh is very juicy with full muskmelon flavor and a rather thick rind. Produces good crops under almost any conditions at Heritage Farm headquarters in northeast Iowa. 80-90 days. ±1,100 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Best Seller</li>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 9 inches and 4-7 pounds</li>
<li>Juicy, orange flesh</li>
<li>Good muskmelon flavor</li>
<li>80-90 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
 Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Amish Melon, Heirloom, Organic

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Armenian Cucumbers (or Striped Armenian or Snake Cucumber) actually belong to the melon family but looks like a tastes like a cucumber! This iis an Armenian heirloom dating back to th 1400's. It become very popular in Italy and is a beloved fruit today. It is always sweet as it will not develop any bitterness. The skin is super thin so it is not peeled and the seeds are few and small. My friend Meiko has fond memories of her Japanese grandmother pickling these! I really need to get that recipe. Fruits grow up to 18 inches Striped skin 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow outside after all danger of frost. For best results grow on a trellis to keep the fruits straight. Mulch the plants when 10" tall to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool. Sow 2-3 weeks after the last frost Plant 12" apart Thin to every 6" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability

Armenian Cucumbers (or Striped Armenian or Snake Cucumber) actually belong to the melon family but looks like a tastes like a cucumber! This iis an Armenian heirloom dating back to th 1400's. It become very popular in Italy and is a beloved fruit today. It is always sweet as it will not develop any bitterness. The skin is super thin so it is not peeled and the seeds are few and small.  My friend Meiko has fond memories of her Japanese grandmother pickling these! I really need to get that recipe.
<ul>
<li>Fruits grow up to 18 inches</li>
<li>Striped skin</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow outside after all danger of frost. For best results grow on a trellis to keep the fruits straight.  Mulch the plants when 10" tall to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 2-3 weeks after the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 12" apart</li>
<li>Thin to every 6"</li>
</ul>
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Armenian Cucumber (Actualy a Melon) , 1400's Heirloom, Organic Available

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Living Seed Company 20 Organic Seeds

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Golden Perfection) Famous French melon listed by Vilmorin in 1885. Sweet smooth winter melon with a hard rind. Pale green flesh is an absolute delight. Fruits will keep for several weeks if kept cool and dry. Very hard to find. 95-110 days. ±500 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Stores well Smooth, hard rind Flavorful, pale green flesh 95-110 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin: To 3-4 Plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">(aka Golden Perfection) Famous French melon listed by Vilmorin in 1885. Sweet smooth winter melon with a hard rind. Pale green flesh is an absolute delight. Fruits will keep for several weeks if kept cool and dry. Very hard to find. 95-110 days. ±500 seeds/oz.  
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Stores well</li>
<li>Smooth, hard rind</li>
<li>Flavorful, pale green flesh</li>
<li>95-110 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Boule d'Or Melon, 1885 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - A true French cantaloupe that originated in the Poitou-Charentes region circa 1920. Considered by many to be the most divine and flavorful melon in the world. Smooth round melons mature to a creamy gray with faint ribs. Sweet, juicy, orange flesh with a heavenly fragrance. Typically the size of a grapefruit and weighing 2 pounds—perfect for two people. 75-90 days Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to grapefruit size and weigh up to 2 pounds Fragrant, juicy, orange flesh Sweet flavor 75-90 days 25 Seeds Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - A true French cantaloupe that originated in the Poitou-Charentes region circa 1920. Considered by many to be the most divine and flavorful melon in the world. Smooth round melons mature to a creamy gray with faint ribs. Sweet, juicy, orange flesh with a heavenly fragrance. Typically the size of a grapefruit and weighing 2 pounds—perfect for two people. 75-90 days 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to grapefruit size and weigh up to 2 pounds</li>
<li>Fragrant, juicy, orange flesh</li>
<li>Sweet flavor</li>
<li>75-90 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Charentais Melon, 1920 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - Marina Danilenko of Moscow, Russia helped Seed Savers Exchange obtain the seed of this Ukrainian heirloom melon. The original source of the seed was a woman from a collective farm. It was introduced to American gardeners in 1993. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Fruits have green skin that ripens to gold The crunchy, sweet flesh Winter melon, stores well 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Marina Danilenko of Moscow, Russia helped Seed Savers Exchange obtain the seed of this Ukrainian heirloom melon. The original source of the seed was a woman from a collective farm. It was introduced to American gardeners in 1993. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Fruits have green skin that ripens to gold</li>
<li>The crunchy, sweet flesh</li>
<li>Winter melon, stores well</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Collective Farm Woman Melon, Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - A true French cantaloupe whose name translates as “Delight of the Table.” Ribbed dessert melons have sweet orange flesh and weigh about 1-2 pounds. Very hard to find, but alive and well in France. 85-90 days. ±900 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Fruits grow to 1-2 pounds Ribbed rinds Sweet orange flesh 85-90 days ±900 seeds/oz 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A true French cantaloupe whose name translates as “Delight of the Table.” Ribbed dessert melons have sweet orange flesh and weigh about 1-2 pounds. Very hard to find, but alive and well in France. 85-90 days. ±900 seeds/oz.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Fruits grow to 1-2 pounds</li>
<li>Ribbed rinds</li>
<li>Sweet orange flesh</li>
<li>85-90 days</li>
<li>±900 seeds/oz</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Delice de la Table Melon

The Seed Savers Exchange - This variety is also known as 'Extra Early Hanover' melon. It was first introduced in 1895 by T.W. Woods & Sons of Richmond, Virginia. Some say that it has attained immense popularity in that region. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Fruits grow to 6 inches and 2-3 pounds Soft, green flesh Muskmelon flavor 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This variety is also known as 'Extra Early Hanover' melon. It was first introduced in 1895 by T.W. Woods &amp; Sons of Richmond, Virginia. Some say that it has attained immense popularity in that region. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Fruits grow to 6 inches and 2-3 pounds</li>
<li>Soft, green flesh</li>
<li>Muskmelon flavor</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
<meta charset="utf-8">This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Early Hanover Melon, 1895 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - This is an older melon, classified as an heirloom from Korea but there is not much history on it. It has seeds in the middle like a cantaloupe and its flavors range from pear in the middle to cucumber on its edges. It is very productive and fruit weigh 1-2 lbs. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 1-2 pounds Crisp, refreshing flesh Lightly sweet flavor 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This is an older melon, classified as an heirloom from Korea but there is not much history on it.  It has seeds in the middle like a cantaloupe and its flavors range from pear in the middle to cucumber on its edges. It is very productive and fruit weigh 1-2 lbs. 
Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. 
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 1-2 pounds</li>
<li>Crisp, refreshing flesh</li>
<li>Lightly sweet flavor</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
<meta charset="utf-8">
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">
Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">
Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Early Silver Line Melon, pre 1900 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - aka Eden Gem, Rocky Ford Eden Gem, Early maturing variety developed in 1905 at Rocky Ford, Colorado as a “crate melon.” Amy Goldman, author of Melons for the Passionate Grower, claims this is one of her all-time favorites and “may cause drooling.” Softball-sized netted fruits weigh in at about 1 pound. Complex spicy flavor. 65-80 days. ±1,100 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to softball size Flesh is green and skin is netted Complex, spicy flavor 65-80 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - aka Eden Gem, Rocky Ford Eden Gem, Early maturing variety developed in 1905 at Rocky Ford, Colorado as a “crate melon.” Amy Goldman, author of Melons for the Passionate Grower, claims this is one of her all-time favorites and “may cause drooling.” Softball-sized netted fruits weigh in at about 1 pound. Complex spicy flavor. 65-80 days. ±1,100 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to softball size</li>
<li>Flesh is green and skin is netted</li>
<li>Complex, spicy flavor</li>
<li>65-80 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Eden's Gem Melon, 1905 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1886 from seed sent by William Voorhees of Benzie County, Michigan. The most popular melon of that period, hailed as “altogether unapproached in delicious flavor and luscious beyond description.” Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 2-3 pounds Pale orange, juicy flesh Sweet and somewhat spicy flavor 70-90 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1886 from seed sent by William Voorhees of Benzie County, Michigan. The most popular melon of that period, hailed as “altogether unapproached in delicious flavor and luscious beyond description.”  
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 2-3 pounds</li>
<li>Pale orange, juicy flesh</li>
<li>Sweet and somewhat spicy flavor</li>
<li>70-90 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Emerald Gem Melon, 1886 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - An outstanding variety! This green-fleshed, nutmeg-type melon matures early, produces prolifically, and packs a sweet, sublime flavor. Fruits are tapered at both ends with a lacy netting throughout, measure 6" long by 5" wide, and weigh two pounds. Rind blushes yellow when ripe, while green flesh has a salmon patina and a juicy, melting texture. Introduced by Burpee in 1967, ‘Fordhook Gem’ is derived from two historic varieties, ‘Netted Gem’ and ‘Extra Early Knight.’ Amy Goldman, author and Seed Savers Exchange member, and advisor shared this variety with SSE in 2018. Organic. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 2 lbs The flesh is green with netted skin Sweet flavor and highly productive 65-80 days New for 2021 From the Collection 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">An outstanding variety! This green-fleshed, nutmeg-type melon matures early, produces prolifically, and packs a sweet, sublime flavor. Fruits are tapered at both ends with a lacy netting throughout, measure 6" long by 5" wide, and weigh two pounds. Rind blushes yellow when ripe, while green flesh has a salmon patina and a juicy, melting texture. Introduced by Burpee in 1967, ‘Fordhook Gem’ is derived from two historic varieties, ‘Netted Gem’ and ‘Extra Early Knight.’ Amy Goldman, author and Seed Savers Exchange member, and advisor shared this variety with SSE in 2018. Organic.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 2 lbs</li>
<li>The flesh is green with netted skin</li>
<li>Sweet flavor and highly productive</li>
<li>65-80 days</li>
<li>New for 2021</li>
<li>From the Collection</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Fordhook Gem Melon, 1967 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Belongs to a class of muskmelons known as “nutmeg” due to its shape, netting, and aroma; one of the oldest types grown in America. In 1863 Fearing Burr, Jr. described Green Nutmeg as one of 12 varieties suitable for the garden. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 2-3 pounds Reliable producer Sweet flavor and wonderful aroma 80 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Belongs to a class of muskmelons known as “nutmeg” due to its shape, netting, and aroma; one of the oldest types grown in America. In 1863 Fearing Burr, Jr. described Green Nutmeg as one of 12 varieties suitable for the garden.  
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 2-3 pounds</li>
<li>Reliable producer</li>
<li>Sweet flavor and wonderful aroma</li>
<li>80 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Green Nutmeg Melon, 1863 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Although this variety is most likely of Hungarian descent, this melon is generally identified with Kibbutz Ha'Ogen in Israel. Ha'Ogen is Hebrew for "the anchor." Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 3-4 pounds Sweet, spicy green flesh Yellow-orange rind with green sutures 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Although this variety is most likely of Hungarian descent, this melon is generally identified with Kibbutz Ha'Ogen in Israel. Ha'Ogen is Hebrew for "the anchor." Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 3-4 pounds</li>
<li>Sweet, spicy green flesh</li>
<li>Yellow-orange rind with green sutures</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Ha'Ogen Melon, pre-1950 variety, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Great resistance for powder mildew, sweet orange flesh. Plants are drought tolerant and fruits are 4-5 pounds, heavily netted and lightly ribbed. 86 days. Characteristics: Organic Heirloom Lightly 4-5 pound fruits Netted Round Oval Resists Powdery Mildew Drought Tolerant 86 days 50-90 Seeds per packet, 2g Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Great resistance for powder mildew, sweet orange flesh. Plants are drought tolerant and fruits are 4-5 pounds, heavily netted and lightly ribbed. 86 days.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Heirloom</li>
<li>Lightly 4-5 pound fruits 
</li>
<li>Netted Round Oval 
</li>
<li>Resists Powdery Mildew 
</li>
<li>Drought Tolerant</li>
<li>86 days</li>
<li>50-90 Seeds per packet, 2g</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Hales Best Muskmelon, Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - This heirloom melon was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 1997 by a Minnesota family. It is named after the donor's mother and has been grown by three generations of the family since about 1914. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Highly productive The small, yellow fruit is round and uniform Early maturing 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This heirloom melon was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 1997 by a Minnesota family. It is named after the donor's mother and has been grown by three generations of the family since about 1914. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Highly productive</li>
<li>The small, yellow fruit is round and uniform</li>
<li>Early maturing</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Healy's Pride Melon

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - The name is fitting as they can hold 1 scoop of ice cream and are known as Green Machines because of their abilties to product a ton of fruits. Fruits are 2 pounds, When ripe the melons will fall off the vine so it is easy to tell when ripe! Characteristics: Organic Heirloom 2 pound fruits 79 days 50-90 Seeds per packet, 2g Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - The name is fitting as they can hold 1 scoop of ice cream and are known as Green Machines because of their abilties to product a ton of fruits. Fruits are 2 pounds,  When ripe the melons will fall off the vine so it is easy to tell when ripe! 
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Heirloom</li>
<li>2 pound fruits</li>
<li>79 days</li>
<li>50-90 Seeds per packet, 2g</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Ice Cream or Green Machine Muskmelon, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - This melon is named for Jenny Lind, who was known as "The Swedish Nightingale." She was a coloratura soprano promoted to stardom in the United States during the early 1850s. The variety is also known as 'Shipper's Delight' and 'Jersey Button' melon. There is a distinct "button" that forms on the blossom end of the fruit as it matures. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 2 pounds Mild flavor, juicy flesh Good market variety 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This melon is named for Jenny Lind, who was known as "The Swedish Nightingale." She was a coloratura soprano promoted to stardom in the United States during the early 1850s. The variety is also known as 'Shipper's Delight' and 'Jersey Button' melon. There is a distinct "button" that forms on the blossom end of the fruit as it matures. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 2 pounds</li>
<li>Mild flavor, juicy flesh</li>
<li>Good market variety</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Jenny Lind Melon, 1850s Heirloom, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - The Kansas Muskmelon has vibrant orange flesh, maturing in just 90 days. This outstanding variety is celebrated for its remarkable combination of sweet flavor, fine texture, prolific production, and robust hardiness. The fruits, characterized by their ridged, oval shape, typically weigh around 4 lbs. Notably, the Kansas Muskmelon demonstrates commendable resistance to sap beetles, providing a reliable defense against potential fruit destruction—an advantage setting it apart from other varieties. Elevate your gardening experience with this high-quality melon that promises a delightful harvest. Characteristics: Organic Fruits 6-7" fruits Netted Round Oval Sweet orange flesh 88 days 50 Seeds per packet, 2g Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - The Kansas Muskmelon has vibrant orange flesh, maturing in just 90 days. This outstanding variety is celebrated for its remarkable combination of sweet flavor, fine texture, prolific production, and robust hardiness. The fruits, characterized by their ridged, oval shape, typically weigh around 4 lbs.
Notably, the Kansas Muskmelon demonstrates commendable resistance to sap beetles, providing a reliable defense against potential fruit destruction—an advantage setting it apart from other varieties. Elevate your gardening experience with this high-quality melon that promises a delightful harvest.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits 6-7" fruits</li>
<li>Netted Round Oval</li>
<li>Sweet orange flesh</li>
<li>88 days</li>
<li>50 Seeds per packet, 2g</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
<meta charset="utf-8">
Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
<ul>
<li>Plant 1" deep</li>
<li>Plant hills, 6-8 seed</li>
<li>Thin: To 3-4 Plants</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun</li>
</ul>
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Kansas Melon, Organic Options Available, Heirloom

The Retato Degli Ortolani Melon is a favorite for us and many of our Firefly customers. It is so easy to grow and doe swell in a wide range of climates. Renee's Garden - Heirloom Tuscan melons whose wonderful perfume adds to their meltingly sweet flavor. Deeply lobed, orange-fleshed fruits on very productive vines. Characteristics: Organic Deeply-lobed Orange-fleshed melons Sweet flavor Perfumed aroma 85 days ~40-47 seeds Instructions - Melons need full sun, rich soil, and warm temperatures. Plant only when weather is warm and settled and temperatures stay above 50° (10°C). In rows 4 feet apart, sow groups of 2 to 3 seeds every 2 feet. After germination, thin to the strongest seedling per group, so you end up with one plant every 2 feet. Or make slightly mounded hills, 2 feet in diameter and 5 feet apart, sowing 5 or 6 seeds in each hill. Thin to 3 strongest plants. Plant In: April - June Full Sun Plant rows 2 feet apart Plant 1" deep 7-10 days to germinate Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

The Retato Degli Ortolani Melon is a favorite for us and many of our Firefly customers.  It is so easy to grow and doe swell in a wide range of climates.
Renee's Garden - 
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Heirloom Tuscan melons whose wonderful perfume adds to their meltingly sweet flavor. Deeply lobed, orange-fleshed fruits on very productive vines. 
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Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic </li>
<li>Deeply-lobed </li>
<li>Orange-fleshed melons </li>
<li>Sweet flavor </li>
<li>Perfumed aroma </li>
<li>85 days </li>
<li>~40-47 seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions -
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Melons need full sun, rich soil, and warm temperatures. Plant only when weather is warm and settled and temperatures stay above 50° (10°C). In rows 4 feet apart, sow groups of 2 to 3 seeds every 2 feet. After germination, thin to the strongest seedling per group, so you end up with one plant every 2 feet. Or make slightly mounded hills, 2 feet in diameter and 5 feet apart, sowing 5 or 6 seeds in each hill. Thin to 3 strongest plants.
Plant In: April - June
Full Sun 
Plant rows 2 feet apart 
Plant 1" deep
7-10 days to germinate 
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Melon - Tuscan Retato Degli Ortolani Melon, Organic, Italian Hierloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - Extra-early variety bred by the University of Minnesota at St. Paul in 1948; introduced by Farmer Seed and Nursery Company. Capable of producing two crops—an excellent choice for northern gardeners. Vines seldom over 3' long; suitable for growing in containers. Round 4" fruits have thick golden-yellow flesh that is edible to the rind and deliciously sweet. Characteristics: Organic Short Season Superstar Vines rarely grow over 3 feet and fruits grow to 9 inches Juicy, super-sweet orange flesh Resistant to fusarium wilt 60-75 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Extra-early variety bred by the University of Minnesota at St. Paul in 1948; introduced by Farmer Seed and Nursery Company. Capable of producing two crops—an excellent choice for northern gardeners. Vines seldom over 3' long; suitable for growing in containers. Round 4" fruits have thick golden-yellow flesh that is edible to the rind and deliciously sweet.  
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Short Season Superstar</li>
<li>Vines rarely grow over 3 feet and fruits grow to 9 inches</li>
<li>Juicy, super-sweet orange flesh</li>
<li>Resistant to fusarium wilt</li>
<li>60-75 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
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Minnesota Midget Melon, 1948 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Melon lovers can thank a small group of Canadian preservationists for bringing back this incredibly flavorful variety in the 1990s. Its thick, green flesh is highly aromatic and has a sweet, complex taste. For peak flavor, harvest fruits when slightly under-ripe, before the rind turns yellow and the fruit softens. Melons are round to slightly flattened with a heavy, silvery netting and deep ribbing, measure 8" in diameter, and weigh 7-8 pounds. Organic. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 7-8 lbs Flesh is green with heavy silver netting Sweet and complex flavor Harvest before rind yellows for peak flavor New for 2021 From the Collection 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers  Exchange - Melon lovers can thank a small group of Canadian preservationists for bringing back this incredibly flavorful variety in the 1990s. Its thick, green flesh is highly aromatic and has a sweet, complex taste. For peak flavor, harvest fruits when slightly under-ripe, before the rind turns yellow and the fruit softens. Melons are round to slightly flattened with a heavy, silvery netting and deep ribbing, measure 8" in diameter, and weigh 7-8 pounds. Organic. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 7-8 lbs</li>
<li>Flesh is green with heavy silver netting</li>
<li>Sweet and complex flavor</li>
<li>Harvest before rind yellows for peak flavor</li>
<li>New for 2021</li>
<li>From the Collection</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
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Montreal Market Melon, Almost Extinct Favorite

The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1997 by a Minnesota family who grew it for at least three generations since circa 1914. Named after the donor’s mother who used equal amounts of melons and apples in the pie. Highly productive, early maturing fruit is small, yellow, and round with white flesh. Fruit can be peeled like an apple. Harvest while still firm for best cooking qualities. Characteristics: Organic Highly productive Round, uniform, small yellow melons 75-85 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1997 by a Minnesota family who grew it for at least three generations since circa 1914. Named after the donor’s mother who used equal amounts of melons and apples in the pie. Highly productive, early maturing fruit is small, yellow, and round with white flesh. Fruit can be peeled like an apple. Harvest while still firm for best cooking qualities. 
Characteristics: 
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Highly productive</li>
<li>Round, uniform, small yellow melons</li>
<li>75-85 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
 
Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
Germinate 7-14 days
Thin 3-4 plants
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Mother Mary's Pie Melon, 1914 Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - A true French cantaloupe named for the Carmelite monks who once tended it in France. One of the easiest to grow and most luxurious of all melons. Rich black-green skin when immature, ripening to orange mottled with green. Sweet, aromatic, orange flesh; the flavor is complex and deeply satisfying. Tends to split when ripe. Very productive. 75 days. ±1,200 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Organic Fruits have dark green skin that ripens to orange The sweet, orange flesh is very aromatic Fruit tends to split when ripe 75 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A true French cantaloupe named for the Carmelite monks who once tended it in France. One of the easiest to grow and most luxurious of all melons. Rich black-green skin when immature, ripening to orange mottled with green. Sweet, aromatic, orange flesh; the flavor is complex and deeply satisfying. Tends to split when ripe. Very productive. 75 days. ±1,200 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits have dark green skin that ripens to orange</li>
<li>The sweet, orange flesh is very aromatic</li>
<li>Fruit tends to split when ripe</li>
<li>75 days</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Noir des Carmes Melon, Heirloom 1600's Melon, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Father Athanase of the Trappist Monastery at Oka, Montréal Quebec bred this melon variety in 1912. It is a cross between the Banana melon ad the green-fleshed Montreal Market melon. The melon was rediscovered on Ile-Blizard, an island in the St. Lawrence River, and is now available to gardeners once again. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Yellow, ribbed fruits Juicy, orange flesh Moderately sweet 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - Father Athanase of the Trappist Monastery at Oka, Montréal Quebec bred this melon variety in 1912. It is a cross between the Banana melon ad the green-fleshed Montreal Market melon. The melon was rediscovered on Ile-Blizard, an island in the St. Lawrence River, and is now available to gardeners once again. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Yellow, ribbed fruits</li>
<li>Juicy, orange flesh</li>
<li>Moderately sweet</li>
<li>25 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
<meta charset="utf-8">This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost.
Plant 1" deep
Plant hills, 6-8 seed
<meta charset="utf-8">Thin: To 3-4 Plants
<meta charset="utf-8">Light: Full Sun
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Oka Melon (Bizzard Island Strain)

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Characteristics: Highly productive The small, yellow fruit is round and uniform Early maturing 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

PMR Delicious 51 Melon, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - La crème de la crème of French cantaloupes. First noted in the garden of the Bishop of Rennes nearly 400 years ago. Petit Gris translates as “little grey,” named for its appearance before ripening. Fruits typically weigh 2-3 pounds and have a mustard and olive speckled rind. The flavorful sweet orange flesh is reminiscent of brown sugar. 80-85 days. Characteristics: Organic Fruits weigh 2-3 pounds Juicy, sweet orange flesh Flavor like brown sugar when ripe 80-85 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Petit Gris De Rennes Melon, 1700's Heirloom, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Documented by Vilmorin in Les Plantes Potageres (1883). This cantaloupe was once a favorite of French market gardeners. Fruits weigh 4-9 pounds and have beautifully warted skin and dense sweet flesh. Almost too pretty to eat! The fragrance when fully ripe is incredible. Like all rockmelons, Prescott will not slip from the vine. Good drought tolerance. 85-95 days. Characteristics: Fruits grow to 4-9 pounds Dense orange flesh and strong, sweet fragrance Good drought tolerance 85-95 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Prescott Fond Blanc Melon, 1883 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - A fabulous Midwest historic variety introduced in 1937 by the Robert Buist Company. Heavy yields of football-shaped 4-8 pound muskmelons. Hard-shelled with firm sweet flesh. Great old-fashioned flavor associated with roadside stand melons. If you can only grow one melon and do not want to be disappointed, this is the variety to grow. Characteristics: Football shaped fruits grow to 4-8 pounds Firm, orange flesh Heavy producer Old-fashioned muskmelon flavor 90-100 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Pride of Wisconsin Melon, 1937 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - This variety is also known as 'Plum Granny' melon and 'Dudaim Melon.' Victorian women were known to carry these tiny melons in their pockets to counteract the rough aromas of life in the days before deodorant. Melons were developed and domesticated in Africa and Asia. Europeans settling in the Americas are recorded growing honeydew and casaba melons in the 17th century. Characteristics: Tiny fruits are velvety with orange and yellow stripes Unforgettable fragrance Edible, but bland Early season and productive 25 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Queen Anne's Pocket Melon, 1800's Heirloom

We could only get this in bulk this season but its so good so we just had to say yes to that. The Seed Savers Exchange - This type of Asian melon, or conomon, has been grown in China and Japan for thousands of years but has only recently appeared in American markets. Golden-yellow softball-sized fruits. The flesh is fun to eat, very sweet and crisp. Can be trellised. 85-95 days. ±2,900 seeds/oz. Characteristics: Fruits grow to the size of a softball Juicy, pale green flesh Can be grown on a trellis easily 85-95 days ±2,900 seeds/oz 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Sakata's Sweet Melon, Ancient Asian Heirloom Origins

The Seed Savers Exchange - Released in 1966 by the late Professor Elwyn Meader of the University of New Hampshire. An early variety well suited for direct seeding in far northern, coastal, and mountain climates. Oblong, sweet, orange-fleshed fruits have light netting and weigh 2-3 pounds. Fruits keep 1-2 days after slipping. 65-80 days. ±1,100 seeds/oz Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 2-3 pounds Sweet, orange flesh Skins have light netting 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Sweet Granite Melon, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Originally from an Armenian market. Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company brought this stunning variety to our attention. Vibrant yellow fruits with dark orange zigzag stripes. The fragrance is heavenly and the fruit similar to Queen Anne’s Pocket Melon. However, Tigger is heavier (about 1 pound), and the white flesh is mildly sweet. Ornamental, for specialty markets. 85 days Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to about 1 pound Heavenly fragrance The white flesh is mildly sweet 85 days 25 Seeds per packet Instructions - Melons love heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Germinate 7-14 days Thin 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Tigger Melon, Heirloom, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Superb disease resistance and these very sweet melons are excellent for areas with hot, humid, areas. The fruit ripens in the last 2 weeks so its good to check daily in the very last part of its ripening. 88 days. Characteristics: Organic Fruits 6-7" fruits Netted Round Oval Sweet orange flesh 88 days 50 Seeds per packet, 2g Instructions - Melons love the heat. Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1" deep Plant hills, 6-8 seed Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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