About Plant: Charentais Melon
Charentais Melon is a heat-loving melon cultivar needing full sun, warm soil and a long enough frost-free season for fruit to mature.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.0)
Spacing24–36 inches; allow vines room
HeightVaries
Time to Harvest70–90 days
Planting Depth1/2–1 inch from seed
Germination TimeVaries
Expert Growing Tips
Direct sow after frost danger into warm soil, or transplant carefully without disturbing roots. Water deeply while vines establish and fruits size; avoid large moisture swings.