Fruits
Intermediate
Annual
Cantaloupe
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
About Plant: Cantaloupe
Sweet, aromatic, and sun-warmed from your own garden — nothing compares to a homegrown cantaloupe picked at the peak of ripeness.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun (8+ hrs)
WaterRegular, deep watering
SoilSandy loam, well-drained (6.0–6.8)
Spacing36–42 inches
Height12–18 inches (vines 6-8 ft)
Time to Harvest80-100
Planting Depth0.5–1 inch
Germination Time7–14 days
Expert Growing Tips
Use black plastic mulch to warm soil. Place cardboard under fruit. Reduce watering as melons ripen for sweeter flavor.