An almost round cantaloupe variety Hearts of Gold has aromatic sweet orange flesh. This is one that can be tried outdoors in milder areas. This vigorous melon produces 1-2kg fruit.
Sow: 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.
Grow: 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.
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