{"product_id":"iroquois-cantaloupe-melon-cucumis-melo-fruit-seeds","title":"Iroquois Cantaloupe Melon (Cucumis melo) Fruit Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eIroquois Cantaloupe (Cucumis melo)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic American heirloom melon celebrated for its rich flavor, firm texture, and excellent garden performance. This variety produces round to slightly oval melons with a deeply netted rind and sweet, aromatic orange flesh. Developed for both home gardeners and market growers, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eIroquois Cantaloupe\u003c\/strong\u003e offers consistent yields, strong vines, and natural resistance to common melon diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eProduces medium to large melons (4–5 lbs) with a thick, netted rind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eExceptionally sweet and aromatic deep orange flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eReliable heirloom variety bred for disease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eHigh-yielding vines ideal for warm, sunny climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eNon-GMO and open-pollinated for seed saving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eCucumis melo\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iroquois Cantaloupe Melon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual fruiting vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trailing vine (6–10 feet long)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eFruit Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round to oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eFlesh Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eRind Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, netted skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (minimum 6–8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy loam, pH 6.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer (85–90 days from sowing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eGMO Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eOrganic Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conventional heirloom (organic option available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003ePlanting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring (after frost)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ½ inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–14 days at 75–85°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular watering; keep soil moist but not soggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced fertilizer at planting and fruiting stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 feet between plants; 4–6 feet between rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insect-pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune for airflow and remove excess fruit for larger melons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerant to Fusarium wilt and powdery mildew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2834\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, smoothies, and summer desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2941\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003ePrepare Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a sunny, well-drained area and enrich with compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003eSow Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant ½ inch deep in warm soil after frost danger has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3118\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist during germination; 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