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Plant GuideMelon (Cantaloupe)
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Melon (Cantaloupe)

Cucumis melo · Cucurbitaceae

Needs strong system support

pH 6 – 7.5
20 – 35°C
80–100 days
Growth: moderate
High

Care Notes

Needs strong system support

Health Benefits

High vitamin A and C

Culinary Uses

Fresh fruit

Root Behaviour

Extensive

Common Problems

Problems

Poor fruit set

Pests

Aphids

Deficiencies

Potassium deficiency

Nutrient Demand

High Demand

Requires mature system and/or supplementation

Compatible Systems

Media Bed

Tags

#fruiting#advanced#warm-season#cucurbit#trellis

Season

Summer

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