{"title":"Melon","description":"\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMelons are gorgeous and these varieties are suited to the British climate - you will need to grow these under glass or with some other protection to get the best of results. A slight challenge but who knows with our hot summers!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/melon-hearts-of-gold\" title=\"melon hearts of gold vegetable seeds\"\u003eHearts of Gold\u003c\/a\u003e is a very popular variety\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDiscover \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collection-cape-gooseberry-vegetable-seeds\" title=\"cape gooseberry physalis vegetable seeds\"\u003ePhysalis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collection-tomatillo-vegetable-seeds\" title=\"tomatillo vegetable seeds\"\u003eTomatillo\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collection-strawberry-vegetable-seeds\" title=\"alpine strawberry vegetable seeds\"\u003eAlpine Strawberries\u003c\/a\u003e for more fruity flavours\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"melon-emir-f1","title":"Melon Emir F1","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet, juicy, fragrant and tasty plus perfect for British summers: \u003cstrong\u003eMelon Emir\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Charentais type that is tolerant of cooler weather and in the sunniest of corners it will grow outside or tuck into an unheated greenhouse or polytunnel.  The gorgeous orange flesh is hidden under a heavily netted skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW \u0026amp; GROW\u003c\/strong\u003e: in spring, one seed per pot, water, cover with polythene and keep at about 24°C until germinated.  Uncover and grow on in a warm spot (16°C) until they have 4 proper leaves.  Emir will grow outside in the UK, use black plastic around the plants to help absorb the sun’s warmth but make sure they can get plenty of water.  Or plant in an unheated greenhouse, polytunnel or grow bag in a conservatory: Both the plants and individual fruits will need supporting as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e:  pick the fruits as they ripen (August to October), the fruit gradually becomes more fragrant but judging ripeness is something you have to learn: for this variety do not wait until you can pull the melon off the plant as it will be over-ripe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoreVeg Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824618152212,"sku":"MELEM","price":0.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3133\/7236\/files\/melon_emir_f1_1.jpg?v=1747157797"},{"product_id":"melon-hearts-of-gold","title":"Melon Hearts of Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn almost round cantaloupe variety \u003cstrong\u003eHearts of Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e has aromatic sweet orange flesh. This is one that can be tried outdoors in milder areas. This vigorous melon produces 1-2kg fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW\u003c\/strong\u003e: in spring, one seed per pot, water, cover with polythene and keep at about 18°C until germinated.  Uncover and grow on in a warm spot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROW\u003c\/strong\u003e:  plant in the greenhouse border or in a grow bag when they have four proper leaves – they like the soil to be rich and moist.  Hearts Of Gold will grow outside in mild areas in a sheltered and sunny spot, elsewhere give them the benefit of the warmth of the sun through greenhouse glass.  This is a vigorous melon and can produce 1-2kg fruit.        \u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e:  pick when absolutely ripe, lovely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoreVeg Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824636174612,"sku":"MELHG","price":0.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3133\/7236\/files\/800514319906_ml.jpg?v=1732816393"},{"product_id":"melon-ogen","title":"Melon Ogen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelon Ogen\u003c\/strong\u003e is a favourite with a rich and sweet flavour, aromatic too. The small fruits start green then turn to golden yellow as they ripen, the distinctive stripes remain green, when ripe they release a sweet, almost tropical aroma, and the blossom end will yield slightly to pressure. RHS AGM winner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo be an AGM winner means that this variety has been outstanding in trials: it is a reliable garden performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW\u003c\/strong\u003e: in February to May, one seed per pot, water, and keep warm 18-24°C until germinated.  Grow on in a warm spot, pot on as needed, until they have 4 proper leaves.  Pinch out after 5 leaves and plant them with protection after all frost danger is over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING\u003c\/strong\u003e: in the UK melon Ogen really does prefer the extra warmth and protection of a glasshouse, polytunnel or conservatory. In a milder garden consider a good sized cloche or coldframe. Plants can spread 1.5-2m although they take up less space when trained on a frame. They like a rich and moist soil. Hand pollinate by placing a male flower inside a female bloom (female flowers have a swollen part at the base of the bloom). Happy plants can produce 3-4 melons. And the flavour is definitely worth the extra TLC needed for growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e: the small fruits start green then turn to golden yellow as they ripen, the distinctive stripes remain green, when ripe they release a sweet, almost tropical aroma, and the blossom end will yield slightly to pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoreVeg Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824657375508,"sku":"MELOG","price":0.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3133\/7236\/files\/melon_ogen.jpg?v=1747157950"},{"product_id":"melon-temptation","title":"Melon Temptation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelon Temptation\u003c\/strong\u003e is a honeydew\/cantaloupe cross giving you the best of both. Deep orange flesh hidden beneath a paler skin plus an intense aroma: sweet and juicy and delightful, temptation indeed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW\u003c\/strong\u003e: in April \u0026amp; May one seed per pot (seed depth 10mm), water, cover with polythene and keep at about 18-20°C until germinated. Uncover and grow on in a warm spot, potting on at the 2 leaf stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROW\u003c\/strong\u003e: plant in the greenhouse border or 2 plants per grow bag when they have 4 proper leaves – they like the soil to be rich and moist - \u0026amp; pinch out the growing tip. They prefer the protection and warmth of the sun through greenhouse glass but will grow in a sunny sheltered spot outside. Train the side shoots until they reach 6 leaves and pinch out again. Hand pollinate to help them (from male to female flowers, the ones with a bump under them).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEAT \u0026amp; ENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e: pick when ripe (skin change, aroma \u0026amp; a slight give at the blossom end) \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoreVeg Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824663142676,"sku":"MELTE","price":0.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3133\/7236\/files\/MELON_TEMPTATION_ml.jpg?v=1732816773"},{"product_id":"watermelon-crimson-sweet","title":"Watermelon Crimson Sweet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the finest watermelons available: it is very sweet with crimson flesh (hence the name) and is almost seedless. Sow in spring, you need 14-16 weeks growing time and plenty of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis variety is part of our naturally nurtured range, the seed comes from an organic source\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW\u003c\/strong\u003e: in spring, seed depth 10-15mm, one seed per pot, water, cover with polythene and keep at about 18°C until germinated.  Uncover and grow on in a warm spot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROW\u003c\/strong\u003e:  plant in the greenhouse border or in a grow bag when they have four proper leaves – they like the soil to be rich and moist.  They need protection and perform far better when they can enjoy the warmth of the sun through greenhouse glass or conservatory windows.  Crimson Sweet needs 14-16 weeks growing time – and plenty of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e:  pick when absolutely ripe and enjoy \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoreVeg Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49824663961876,"sku":"MELCS","price":0.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3133\/7236\/files\/melonCrimsonSweetheadertaplant.jpg?v=1751988329"},{"product_id":"melon-hales-best-jumbo","title":"Melon Hales Best Jumbo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHales Best Jumbo\u003c\/strong\u003e dates from the 1920s and remains a favourite cantaloupe type. It combines earliness, vigorous growth and wonderful fragrance with delicious flavour. The fruits have a distinctive netted rind with light ribbing and take around 12 weeks to develop in good conditions. This heirloom is well worth growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know a melon flower needs to be visited by a bee three times to ensure proper pollination? Grow some pollinator-friendly flowers nearby to help them along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOW:\u003c\/strong\u003e in April \u0026amp; May one seed per pot (seed depth 10mm), water, cover \u0026amp; keep at 18-20°C until germinated.  Uncover and grow on in a warm spot, potting on at 2 leaf stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROW:\u003c\/strong\u003e  when they have 4 proper leaves plant 2 per grow bag in a very warm \u0026amp; sheltered spot or the greenhouse \u0026amp; pinch out the growing tip.  They need to be visited by a bee three times… hand pollinate to help them (from male to female flowers, the ones with a bump under them). After midsummer pinch off blossoms \u0026amp; smaller fruits to direct energy into the larger fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eENJOY\u003c\/strong\u003e: it takes about three months from germination. Watch for the rind to change from green and remember that fruits continue to sweeten after picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e🍃\u003c\/span\u003eTop Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: Warmth is the key to success. 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