Delicious 51 Cantaloupe produces nearly round, tasty open pollinated melons with thick, firm, orange flesh. Fruits are an average 15 cm (6) diameter & an average weight of 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs) when fully ripe. This is a great variety for those growing in cooler climates with its short 75 day length to harvest. Annual. How to Grow Start seeds indoors in a warm sandy soil mix 5 weeks before last frost date. Or sow directly in the garden in late May. Choose a south facing, wind sheltered site. Sow 5 seeds per hill at 2.5 cm (1) deep & keep at 21 C (70F) for germination. Space hills 1-2 m (4-6’) apart. Keep the melon vines evenly watered throughout the growing season. Well rotted manure or organic matter dug into the bottom of each hill is very beneficial. If you are having issues, it’s helpful to google the plant name & find many, many resources!! Woodsy Blooms & it’s owners cannot be held accountable for seeds that do not sprout as there are many factors that can affect this including improper sprouting conditions. Delicious 51 Cantaloupe Melon Seed Pack - Heirloom Fruit Seeds