Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe Seeds Mini Melon Fruit

Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe Seeds Mini Melon Fruit NON-GMO. 25 seeds Minnesota Midget Cantaloupes are a sweet, compact variety that is perfect for growing in small gardens or containers. They are also relatively early-maturing, so you can enjoy a delicious harvest even if you have a short growing season. Here are some tips for growing Minnesota Midget Cantaloupes: Choose a sunny spot in your garden with well-drained soil. Cantaloupes need full sun and well-drained soil to thrive. Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. This will give the plants a head start and help them to produce fruit earlier in the season. Transplant seedlings to the garden after the last frost date. Space the plants 18-24 inches apart in rows spaced 5-6 feet apart. Water cantaloupes regularly, especially during hot weather. Water deeply at the base of the plant, avoiding the foliage. Fertilize the plants every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Train cantaloupe vines to grow on a trellis or fence. This helps to keep the fruit off the ground and prevents rot. Here are some additional tips for growing Minnesota Midget Cantaloupes: Pinch back the tips of the vines when they are about 12 inches long. This will encourage the plants to branch out and produce more fruit. Hand-pollinate the flowers to increase fruit production. To do this, simply transfer pollen from the male flowers to the female flowers with a small paintbrush. Place a piece of cardboard or foam under the developing melons. This will help to protect them from the ground and prevent rot. Harvest cantaloupes when they are slightly soft to the touch and have a sweet aroma. In addition to the above tips, here are a few more things you can do to help your Minnesota Midget Cantaloupes grow and thrive: Mulch around the plants to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Black plastic mulch is a good option for cantaloupes, as it helps to warm the soil. Protect the plants from pests and diseases. Cantaloupes are susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including powdery mildew, aphids, and cucumber beetles. Be sure to inspect your plants regularly and treat any problems promptly. Give the plants plenty of space to grow. Cantaloupe vines can get quite large, even for a compact variety like Minnesota Midget. Be sure to give them plenty of space to spread out.