Description of melon varieties with names, what varieties there are

Despite the usual view of melon as a rather exotic-looking fruit, and maybe even a dessert vegetable, botanists claim that it is just a false berry. Moreover, its weight can vary from 150 g to 200 kg. Initially, melon originates from Asian countries, where the most fragrant and sweetest fruits are still grown. But since ancient times, the situation has changed dramatically, and melon varieties are extremely diverse and are grown everywhere, even in areas where summer does not indulge in special warmth and abundance of sunlight.

What types of melon are there?

Despite the huge varietal diversity of melons, only two main groups are known, to which all plants of this genus existing in the world today can be attributed:

• cultural (classical);
• exotic.

Melons belonging to the second group can only be called edible with great reserve. Most often they are used by breeding scientists to develop new interesting varieties. The medicinal properties of some of them are of particular interest. They are also of interest to collectors, for whom the plant’s value lies more in its rarity than in its nutritional properties.

For most gardeners and summer residents, cultivated varieties are of interest, which can also be very diverse, both in size, shape, color, ripening time and, of course, taste.

Not only do many cultivars now differ in their region of origin, but not all of them can be grown with equal success in every area. In Russia, special varieties of melon have been bred for risky farming regions, which can be quite successfully cultivated in the Urals and even in Siberia. True, for growing melon in these regions, in addition to choosing a suitable variety, there is also its own specific agricultural technology. Most often, greenhouses or temporary film shelters are used to extend the number of warm days.

General characteristics of varieties

Initially, melons were grown exclusively in warm Asian countries. But over time, this annual herbaceous vine migrated to the cool Russian climate. Through the efforts of breeders, new varieties have been obtained that are capable of producing tasty, sweet and juicy fruits even in unusual climatic conditions.



Today, many varieties are known with early, late and medium ripening periods, suitable for cultivation in a wide variety of conditions.

The best melon varieties by ripening time

According to the timing of ripening, melons are usually divided into early, medium and late.

Early ripening

One of the most popular and numerous groups in terms of varietal diversity. Melons manage to ripen in just 60-70 days of the growing season from the appearance of the first shoots, and some varieties even earlier. Accordingly, the fruits can have time to ripen even in the shortest summer, especially if you use the method of growing seedlings.

In general, this group of varieties is distinguished by their not too large fruit size, but they can be very sweet, with a characteristic melon aroma. Productivity among early varieties is also not record high. Melons are usually not stored for long and are not subject to long-term transportation. Their purpose is to enjoy delicious, juicy and aromatic fruits directly from the bush at the end of July or beginning of August. Among the early varieties there are those that were bred specifically for closed ground. But there are also those that feel equally good both under film and in open ground conditions.

Titovka

Quite old, but an early ripening variety (60-65 days) that continues to be popular. The orange-yellow dense skin hides snow-white crumbly sugar pulp. Plants form many long vines, which may require support when grown in greenhouses. Shows good disease resistance. One bush can produce up to 5-6 fruits. But in order for them to be large, up to 4-5 kg, it is necessary to normalize their quantity.

Dune

Despite the early ripening of fruits (60-72 days), melons have excellent taste and aroma. They are average in weight, 1.4-1.7 kg. On the orange background of the oval fruits of this melon variety, a continuous mesh is clearly visible. Thanks to the juicy but dense pulp, the fruits are even stored well and can be transported over short distances.

Polydor

This hybrid melon variety has many advantages. Relatively early ripening periods (65 days) do not prevent the bushes from producing decent yields, which are well preserved and are suitable for moving over certain distances. The taste of the yellow-orange melon fruit is sweet and juicy. Can be used for food and for various preparations.

Star in the garden (Silver Star)

This seemingly ordinary early variety of melon is characterized by a unique appearance. The oval-oblong fruits, weighing up to 2 kg, are distinguished by an almost white color with numerous greenish spots, including those in the form of stars. The fruits ripen in 63-68 days and have a delicate, slightly piquant taste. As the melon ripens, the streaks become lighter in color. True, the variety is more adapted to southern growing conditions, loves warmth and does not tolerate large temperature changes.

Mid-season

These melons also have their fans. They ripen, as a rule, in late summer or early autumn, which makes the growing season 70-80 days. Mid-season melon varieties are distinguished by higher yields compared to early ones, denser and more sugary pulp, and are usually better suited for transportation over distances due to their hard peel.

Lada

One of the sweetest and most attractive Russian melon varieties for consumers, bred at the beginning of the 21st century. The round yellow fruits are resistant to cracking and have juicy, tender and crispy flesh.

The yield is not bad. In addition, Lada is resistant to pests and diseases: downy mildew and powdery mildew.

Cossack woman

An ancient variety of melon, known since the 60s of the last century, was obtained by breeders from Rostov-on-Don. In many respects it is average. The fruits ripen in 72-95 days depending on weather conditions. The leaves are medium sized and strongly cut. Fruits with hard bark have juicy and dense, fibrous pulp. The variety is well adapted for storage and transportation.

Augustine

This hybrid melon variety is the brainchild of English breeders. The fruits have a regular ellipsoidal shape with a distinct dense network and ripen 70-85 days after germination. Melons are well preserved, are not subject to cracking and are resistant to sunburn. Good taste goes well with yield and transportability.

Late

Late varieties of melons are usually the most popular due to their long shelf life, increased sugar content and good transportability. But they are grown mainly in the southern regions, since the long growing season, more than 90-100 days, does not allow them to fully ripen in the open ground of mid-latitudes. However, special enthusiasts of their craft are trying to grow them in greenhouses. And some varieties have the ability to ripen perfectly when picked in room conditions.

Honey giant

This truly unique variety, despite the large size of the fruits and the long growing season, enjoys the well-deserved love of summer residents in the middle zone. The fruits have an attractive melon aroma and ripen well in normal room conditions. To shorten the growing season, resourceful summer residents often graft a melon of this variety onto a pumpkin or lagenaria, thereby simultaneously increasing its resistance to lack of light and heat.

Wintering

The name of the variety alone speaks of the excellent properties of its fruits to be preserved throughout almost the entire winter period (up to 3-4 months after harvest). Melons are of average size for late varieties - they grow no more than 3 kg. Ripen in 87-92 days. The pulp is moderately sweet. It has a creamy structure, dense, and quite juicy. The variety is resistant to major diseases of melons.

Torpedo

The variety is characterized by a long ripening period (95-112 days) and intolerance to heavy rainfall in the last stages of ripening. The fruit may become watery and will not keep well. But it is still valued for its excellent taste, good yield and large fruit size, weighing up to 6-8 kg. It can last up to a month after harvesting, and the aroma during storage only becomes brighter and more intense.

Pineapple

This variety, originally from Central Asia (Ich-kzyl), is highly valued in its homeland for the high sugar content of the pulp and the attractive aroma of ripe pineapple. The oval, regular-shaped fruits reach 4 kg and ripen in 90-100 days. Consumers liked the pineapple aroma of melon so much that breeders in different countries developed several more varieties of a similar type. But they, as a rule, are smaller in size and have shorter ripening periods.

Mid-season

The ripening period of mid-ripening varieties is longer than that of early-ripening varieties, on average by 20 days, and amounts to 80-90 days. If the weather is warm and sunny, ripening occurs one to two weeks earlier - in 70-80 days.

Collective farmer

The oldest variety known to our gardeners for more than 80 years. It was included in the State Register in 1943, and bred in 1939. The variety is grown throughout Russia, except for the Northern and Northwestern regions.

Description. The fruits are small, weight – 0.8-1.5 kg. The shape is spherical, the average diameter is 20 cm. It has a real “melon” taste. High sugar content – ​​up to 12%. The peel is yellow, sometimes with a greenish tint. Sometimes the crust is covered in some places with a mesh. The pulp is white, there are many seeds.

Peculiarities. A commercial variety - bright yellow, round and smooth fruits look very attractive on retail shelves. It transports well and has excellent taste, which made the variety one of the best for commerce.

It produces crops in the most unfavorable conditions; “Kolkhoznitsa” will grow even in cool and rainy summers. Vegetation period - from sprouting to fruit harvesting - 80-95 days. The yield, subject to agricultural technology and the recommended planting scheme, is 2.1-2.6 kg/sq. m.

Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe has many varieties. All “cantaloupes” are similar in appearance, have a similar taste and aroma.

Description. Cantaloupe plants have a dense grey-green skin with a convex mesh pattern on its surface. Shape – oval, spherical or slightly flattened. Weight – from 0.5 to 5 kg. The diameter rarely exceeds 25 cm. The fruits are of two types - smooth or segmented. The pulp is light orange.

Peculiarities. The disadvantage of cantaloupe is its low sugar content - about 8%. Unpretentiousness, disease resistance. Not recommended for long-term storage - the fruits should be eaten within three weeks. Satisfactory transportability. Does not crack with excess moisture. Ripens in cool and humid weather. It surpasses traditional Asian varieties in terms of ripening speed. Productivity depends on the variety and growing conditions.

The most promising varieties of Cantaloupe:

• Blondie is a mid-season variety that adapts well to different climate conditions. The fruits are small, flattened, up to 0.6 kg.
• Charente – has a strong, persistent aroma. Weight – 0.6-1 kg. They grow only in France, in protected soil.
• Gallia is a product of Israeli selection. The pulp is the color of pistachios. Cold weather resistant. The fruits are small, have an excellent immune system and the ability to adapt.
• Oksana. This variety has bright yellow flesh, juicy and sour. Ripens in 1.5-2 months.

The Cantaloupe melon gets its name from the Italian province of Cantalupo. They came to Europe from Turkey and Iran. The Pope tasted the first fruits; he liked them so much that melon plantations with “cantaloupe” soon appeared near the residence.

Cossack 244

An old proven variety, cultivated since the 60s. last century. Ripening – 70-95 days.

Description. The shape of the fruit is oval, the color is bright yellow. Weight – 1.3-1.8 kg. The peel is smooth or slightly segmented. There are mesh elements here and there. The crust is hard and durable. Fibrous crisp white flesh.

Peculiarities. Well preserved during transportation. Harvest from 1 hectare - up to 370 c. From 1 sq. m harvest up to 2.9 kg. Resistance to powdery mildew, anthracnose.

Lada

Mid-season variety, fruits ripen in 75-95 days.

Description. Round, smooth fruits, yellow in color, covered with a continuous mesh. The pulp is light cream in color and has a delicate consistency. Weight – 1.5-2 kg. Light but persistent aroma.

Peculiarities. Immunity to powdery mildew. Rarely affected by aphids. Does not crack. Productivity – up to 220 c/ha. Candied fruits are made from the sugary pulp. The variety requires pinching off the tops and removing excess ovaries.

Augen F1

Mid-season hybrid. Bred in Israel. They are cultivated in greenhouses and in open ground in the south of Russia.

Description. The weight of one fruit is 0.8-1 kg. The fruits are oval, slightly flattened. The peel is yellow, yellow-green or greenish. There are longitudinal grooves on the peel. The pulp is sweet, greenish, aromatic.

Peculiarities. It has excellent taste. Productivity – 1.5-2.5 kg/m.

Temryuchanka

A variety with high taste characteristics is intended for fresh consumption. Ripens in 75-90 days.

Description. The fruits are round and weigh 1.5-2.1 kg. The color of the peel is yellow, on the surface there is a continuous thick mesh. The pulp is light cream in color and very sweet.

Peculiarities. Melons remain marketable for 30 days after harvest. Harvest from 1 hectare – up to 300 c. Endurance to stressful conditions. Does not crack during transportation.

Piel de Sapo

An exotic variety native to the Canary Islands. Unlike ordinary melons, Piel de Sapo fruits have a unique, refreshing aroma, and their taste is reminiscent of melted ice cream. Ripening – 75-80 days.

Description. Melons are oval, with a strong, slightly uneven skin. Color – dirty green. The lumpy surface has small veins and “cracks”; the peel is similar to the skin of a toad. The name of the variety translates as “toad skin”. Weight – up to 2 kg.

Peculiarities. The fruit can be stored for a long time - up to three months. You cannot pick melons ahead of schedule - unripe fruits begin to turn yellow and lose their taste.

Ribbed

Ribbed fruits are green and yellow. There are several varieties of ribbed melon. Thus, in Ukraine they grow ribbed melon, called “plump”. There are also several varieties of Uzbek ribbed melon - Southern, Bukhara, Samarkand, Fergana, Tashkent, Khorezm. In Russia, in the middle zone, it ripens in the second half of August.

Description. The fruit is large, unusually plump, ribbed. Looks more like a pumpkin. The peel is wavy, pale yellow. There are orange inclusions, sometimes there is a mesh pattern. The pulp is juicy and crunchy.

Peculiarities. Excellent taste characteristics. Resistance to fusarium and powdery mildew.

Golden

Variety of Krasnodar selection. The ripening period is 80-90 days.

Description. Round-oblong shape, the peel is bright golden, sometimes with orange notes. Weight – 1.5-2 kg. The color of the pulp is white. Sweet taste, pleasant aroma. The peel is smooth, only the first to ripen fruits have a mesh.

Peculiarities. For cultivation in greenhouse conditions or in open ground. Collection from 1 hectare – up to 100 c. Disease resistance, transportability, preservation of presentation. Melons look appetizing and are good for sale. Low tasting score – 4 points on a 5-point scale.

Altai

An early ripening melon that produces a harvest 70 days after germination. Grows well in cool regions, including Altai and Siberia.

Description. Golden melons are oval in shape, the skin is thin, covered with a fine mesh. Weight – 1.5-2 kg. The color of the pulp is cream or white.

Peculiarities. Collection from 1 hectare – up to 250 c. Having a dense structure, the Altaiskaya fruits withstand transportation well. The fruits are consumed fresh, dried and dried, and made into jam. The pulp sometimes has a pumpkin flavor.

The best varieties of melon for open ground

In open ground, even in central Russia, you can grow many varieties of melons. And, above all, this applies to early ripening varieties that have small fruits.

Pineapple Americano

This hybrid melon variety with the already mentioned pineapple aroma is distinguished by very small fruits, weighing only about 400 g and early ripening (about 70-75 days). Gardeners will also be pleased with the high resistance to low temperatures and even short-term frosts and excellent yield. The pulp is very juicy, refreshing, even slightly watery.

American pineapple

Despite the very similar name, the fruits of this melon variety are very different from the previous one. They are oval in shape, greenish in color with a possible creamy tint, and have a dense mesh on the surface of the peel. The weight of the fruit can reach up to 2 kg. The variety also has good cold resistance. Ripening dates are quite early, up to 85 days. The fruits have juicy and sweet pulp, a pineapple aroma and are not very suitable for transportation.

Early sweet

Another interesting variety of melon for open ground with a light pineapple note in taste. The bright yellow fruits with a smooth surface ripen in 70-80 days and can reach a weight of 3 kg. It is characterized by resistance to both diseases and low temperatures.

Collective farmer

One of the most famous, well-known variety of melon of medium ripening. Small fruits are suitable for transportation, but do not have a long shelf life. It is loved for its relative unpretentiousness, juicy honey taste and melon aroma.

It can be grown everywhere - from Siberia to the southern regions.

Early ripening varieties

It's no secret that melons come in different varieties, which have characteristic differences. Among gardeners, mid-season melons are popular, which fully ripen within 60-70 days after planting in open ground. Their advantages include the fact that they grow well in humid and cold climates with little sunlight.

There are three early-ripening types of melons, which are most often grown by gardeners.

Caramel F1

This melon belongs to the hybrid varieties that were bred only for industrial planting. However, over time, ordinary gardeners who grow vegetables and fruits began to plant Caramel. The popularity of this variety is due to the fact that its fruits ripen very quickly. After just a week and a half, fully ripened melons appear, which can be picked and eaten. Also, the advantages of Caramel include its high level of productivity and resistance to sudden changes in weather conditions.

Caramel fruits are distinguished by their rounded, slightly elongated shape, reminiscent of an ellipse. Their surface is covered with dense skin, colored bright yellow. Under the skin of the fruit there is light pulp with a pleasant sweetish taste.

To increase the level of productivity, experienced gardeners advise growing Caramel only by seedlings.

Altai

Breeders created this variety of melons specifically for growing in unsuitable climates with constant temperature changes. Also, the Altai variety grows well in regions with high levels of air humidity.

The fruits have a round shape that tapers slightly near the edges. Ripe melons weigh a lot - about 2-3 kg. Thanks to this, it is possible to collect more than 20 kg of crop per square meter. The distinctive features of the Altai species include the taste of ripe fruits, which have aromatic and sweet pulp. They contain many vitamins and other useful components. Therefore, many advise eating the Altai variety to strengthen the immune system and normalize the functioning of blood vessels and the heart.

Cinderella

Among the early and sweet varieties, Cinderella should be highlighted, which is often grown by gardeners. This species is recommended to be planted in open ground, as it tolerates sudden temperature changes and is resistant to common insects and diseases.

Cinderella's fruits are spherical in shape. Their pulp is covered with a yellowish skin, which protects the melon from the external environment. The weight of the fruit, like that of the Altai variety, reaches three kilograms. The disadvantages of Cinderella include its not very sweet taste, with a slight sourness. Another disadvantage is that the harvested crop is poorly stored and quickly deteriorates.

It is better to plant Cinderella in the second half of spring, when the earth warms up to 15 degrees. At low temperatures, seeds will germinate less easily.

The best varieties of melon for a greenhouse

Some varieties of melons were specially bred by breeders and recommended for growing in greenhouses or under film covers. Under such conditions, these melons are able to demonstrate better yield and taste.

Dragon

An interesting melon variety selected for medium-late ripening with a decent yield of up to 7.8 kg per 1 sq. m. Melons are so sweet and juicy that they can be consumed even when unripe. The fruits have an elongated, slightly serpentine shape with a pattern of many light dots on a green background. The aroma is moderate.

Iroquois

A very popular variety of melon for greenhouses from the same. Melons have a non-standard appearance. Under the thick peel, covered with a thick, rough mesh, lies tender orange pulp that melts in your mouth. The plants are distinguished by their strong growth and long vines, which in a greenhouse are best allowed to climb onto trellises. Ripening time is average, from 70 to 80 days.

Comment! After harvesting, it is better to cool the fruits to + 10-15 °C. In such conditions they are better preserved.

Indian summer

Breeders have many varieties designed for growing under film. Among them, the mid-late variety Indian Summer stands out for its yield, taste characteristics and interesting appearance. The fruits are slightly cube-shaped and ripen towards the end of September. The juicy, tender, buttery flesh is a bit reminiscent of pumpkin in its light orange color. The aroma is average.

Canaria

The variety was originally bred in the Canary Islands and is therefore thermophilic. But later it was adapted to Russian climatic conditions by agricultural specialists. Canaria is distinguished by its very early ripening period - 60-70 days. Therefore, in greenhouse conditions it can be grown almost all year round. Oval, bright yellow fruits with light green flesh have an excellent honey taste. They grow weighing from 1.5 to 3 kg.

Rules for growing melon

Melon is a heat-loving crop. Specially bred frost-resistant varieties are grown in Russia in greenhouse conditions and in open ground.

Growing in a greenhouse

Greenhouse cultivation begins with the construction of a greenhouse. It is located on the south or south-east side of the site and is made of a special transparent material - polycarbonate or glass.

The greenhouse is equipped with devices for climbing plants and other crops are not planted there.

The soil in the greenhouse must be moist, loosened and fertilized before planting the crop in the ground. Growing seedlings before planting is not required; seeds are planted from April to early May directly in the greenhouse.

Reference. The best varieties for growing in greenhouses are Kolkhoznitsa, Lada, Sympathy, Gerda, Canaria, Ozhen, Amal, Sharena, Galia, Muscat White, Cinderella, Titovka, Star in the Garden.

When planting a crop, the soil temperature should be +17...+27°C . It is important to water daily and provide 14 hours of daylight. You can use ultraviolet lamps for this.

When harvesting, first one fruit is picked , and then, after making sure of its ripeness, the others are collected. After this, all plants, weeds are removed and the soil is loosened.

Growing in open ground

Growing in open ground differs from greenhouse cultivation at the seed preparation stage . They are pre-soaked and germinated; when planted in cold regions, they are hardened off.

Reference. The seed hardening process is carried out as follows: the planting material is wrapped in damp gauze and put in the refrigerator for 12 hours. Then it is placed in a warm place for 12 hours. The procedure is repeated for 3-4 days.

To germinate seed material, use cups, containers or peat pots with soil. Before sowing, the soil is disinfected with boiling water or a solution of potassium permanganate.

Seeds are immersed in prepared soil 4-5 cm deep . The crops are watered with a small amount of warm water and covered with film. Germination lasts on average 5 weeks in good light. Additionally, use phytolamps and water them daily.

Reference. The varieties Titovka, Rannyaya 133, Ananasnaya, Zolotistaya, Kolkhoznitsa, Blondie F1 are suitable for growing in open ground in the southern regions and the middle zone. In the northern regions - Sybarite's Dream, Cinderella, Altai, Zimovka.

Planting melons in open ground is carried out at a temperature not lower than +20°C . The place should not be shaded. The seedlings are covered with damp newspaper for 2-3 days and removed periodically. Water the crop once a week with warm water.

The soil between the rows is loosened after watering or rain .

Fertilize crops three times:

• 2 weeks after planting;
• during the period of bud formation on the bushes;
• 20 days after the previous feeding.

Yellowed melons with a network of cracks are ready for harvest . It’s time to remove fruits that are easily separated from the vine.

Melon varieties for growing in different regions

Modern varieties of melons are able to adapt to different weather conditions of the regions. But still, for successful cultivation, it is better to choose zoned varieties that can demonstrate the best performance for a particular region.

For the Moscow region

Many varieties of early-ripening and even mid-ripening melons are suitable for the Moscow region, which, planted as seedlings, will have time to please summer residents with a harvest both in open ground and under film covers.

Assol

The hybrid variety, bred by breeders in the Moscow region at the end of the 20th century, has not yet lost its significance and popularity.

The shoots are characterized by powerful growth. The fruits are small (up to 1 kg) and have a round-oval shape. The yellow-green segments of the peel are separated by grayish-cream stripes. The pulp is juicy, sweet with an active melon aroma. Productivity can reach 10 kg/sq.m with good disease resistance. The fruits are able not to lose their taste for 8-10 days.

Tamanskaya

The variety was bred by Krasnodar breeders at the turn of the century. The fruit collection period can be extended for almost a month. So the first fruits can ripen within 53-58 days after germination. But others are harvested after 80-85 days of the growing season. The fruits are medium in size, smooth, yellow with a medium net pattern. The pulp has an attractive creamy color with a significant content of sugars and dry matter.

Miracle Yudo

Another interesting-looking variety from breeders. In terms of ripening time, it is quite early, about 70 days. The fruits are almost spherical in shape, weighing up to 2.5 kg, covered with a dense patterned mesh. Melon is not stored for long; it is better to eat it or process it into delicious candied fruit or jam. Moreover, the pulp is sweet and juicy.

For the middle band

The weather conditions of central Russia are not much different from the Moscow region, except for a large variation in temperature and humidity conditions, so the varieties of melon for this region are diverse.

Princess Mary

One of the representatives of the new hybrid princess series. Despite its youth, the variety is already popular among gardeners due to its disease resistance, good seed germination, rich yields and excellent taste of melons. The fruits look like gray-green balls of medium size (up to 1.5 kg) with bright rich orange pulp, which has a nutmeg flavor.

Raymond

The hybrid melon variety, bred by Israeli breeders, has taken root well in central Russia and can easily be considered one of the best in many respects. The fruits ripen in 70-75 days, and are distinguished by their decent size, up to 4.5 kg, thick skin and good taste. Productivity and transportability are also at a high level. After harvesting, melons retain their freshness and taste for more than 30 days.

Golden

A popular, time-tested variety, which is still compared to many new varieties. Differs in average terms of ripening. But the taste and aroma are so excellent that they are comparable even to Asian varieties of melon. Melons grow small, up to 1 kg. The variety is resistant to disease and has good shelf life, up to 3 weeks in cool conditions.

Scythian gold

A variety that can please with good yield, both under film and in open ground. Despite the relatively early ripening period (70-80 days after germination), it has a sweet and delicate taste of the fruit. Demonstrates resistance to diseases, in particular powdery mildew.

For the Urals

Summer in the Urals can be even hotter and drier than in the central zone. But it is always shorter. Therefore, for the Urals it makes sense to use melon varieties that manage to ripen in a short period of time. Or use film covers to extend the growing season.

Lesya

A mid-season melon variety, included in the State Register of Russia for the Ural region in 2007. The fruits can ripen from 64 to 86 days from the moment of full germination. The smooth yellow-green melons are oval in shape and grow up to 2.6 kg in weight. The pulp has a large volume, and the seed nest is quite small. The variety is resistant to lack of moisture, both in the soil and in the air. It also successfully resists fusarium and powdery mildew.

Cinderella

A very suitable variety for growing in the Urals, since melons ripen within 50 days after germination. The fruits are small in size, weighing 700-900 g, but taste very sweet. Cinderella is resistant to various diseases and vagaries of weather. They also retain their taste for another 2-3 weeks after harvest.

Temryuchanka

Despite the average ripening time for the fruits of this variety (70-95 days), it was included in the State Register of Russia for the Ural region in 2008. Attention! The advantage of the Temryuchanka variety is its endurance to a variety of stressful situations. Melons are characterized by excellent taste, have a round shape with a dark yellow skin and light cream tender, melting, juicy pulp. In addition, they are well stored and transported.

For Siberia

In Siberia, summer can also be quite hot, but extremely short. Therefore, most often melons in Siberia are grown in seedlings and using film covers.

Lolita

The melon variety, bred in 2005 in the Astrakhan region, was successfully zoned in the East Siberian region. The fruits have time to ripen in 66-75 days of growing season. The aroma is not strong, but the taste is quite decent: sweet, delicate juicy. The fruits have the shape of a medium-sized ball, weighing up to 2 kg. In terms of productivity, Lolita even surpasses Kolkhoznitsa, who also manages to ripen in Siberian conditions.

Altai

One of the most ancient varieties of melon for Siberia, bred back in the 30s of the last century. But for harsh local conditions it has still retained its significance. Altai melon is characterized by early ripening, ripening within 65-75 days. Of course, many varieties have appeared that surpass it in sweetness. But the fruits have a strong melon aroma and good yield indicators. True, they are poorly stored. Therefore, it is better to process them into jam or candied fruits as soon as possible.

Amber

Breeders bred this variety specifically for harsh climatic conditions and were right; it is still one of the three best melon varieties for Siberia. Of course, it does not ripen in the fastest time. Melons are usually ripe only 75-80 days after germination. But the taste of the fruit is beyond praise and is worthy of planting this melon on your plot.

Early

For climate zones with short summers, melons with early ripening are most suitable. Early ripening varieties are distinguished by a fast ripening cycle - from planting to harvesting it takes no more than 70 days. These varieties can be grown not only by seedlings, but also by planting in open ground. They bear fruit well in conditions of high humidity, low temperatures and minimal sunlight.

Ethiopian

This mid-early, self-fertilizing variety is one of the five most delicious melons. “Ethiopka” is a product of Russian selection, included in the State Register in 2013. The ripening period is 70-80 days.

Description. Fruit weight: 2.5–3.5 kg. Maximum – 7 kg. The peel is medium thick, yellow, rough, covered with a fine mesh. The pulp is oily-juicy, light yellow in color, with a strong honey aroma. The shape of the fruit is round-oval.

Peculiarities. It is distinguished by high similarity of sprouts and large fruits. Unlike many varieties, “Ethiopka” is not susceptible to sunburn. The taste is unusual, exotic, without astringency. The variety is drought-resistant, well stored and transported. Insufficient resistance to diseases caused by fungi. Productivity – from 90 to 145 c/ha.

Caramel F1

Pineapple melon hybrid. It was bred specifically for cultivation on an industrial scale. Suitable for household plots and small-scale production. Ripens in 60 days.

Description. The fruits are large, oval. The peel is yellow or light brown, covered with a large mesh. The pulp is creamy and aromatic. Weight – from 1.8 to 3 kg. Fruit length is 15-20 cm.

Peculiarities. Designed for warm areas; in cold regions, the hybrid is grown only by seedlings. Flesh with caramel flavor. Thanks to the thick peel, the fruits are easily transported. Productivity – up to 90 c/ha.

Delano

Highly productive hybrid of pineapple melon. Belongs to the early ripening category. The ripening period is 65-75 days.

Description. The oval-elongated fruits are dark yellow in color, with a slight orange tint. Weight – 1.5-2.5 kg. The surface is covered with mesh. The pulp is cream-colored, delicate consistency, without greens. Sakharov - 8.8%.

Peculiarities. Attractive presentation, excellent taste and rich aroma. Resistance to diseases and temperature changes. Productivity up to 300 c/ha.

Princess Svetlana F1

Early hybrid. Fruit ripening is 70 days. Designed for growing under film covers.

Description. The fruits are round, with a smooth skin of a creamy-whitish color. Weight – 2 kg. The color of the pulp is the same as that of the peel. The pulp is dense and juicy.

Peculiarities. Resistance to anthracnose and powdery mildew. Safely tolerates short-term cold snaps. Suitable not only for fresh consumption, but also good for processing; this hybrid is used for making candied fruits. It is recommended to dry melon, dry it, and make marmalade. It has an attractive presentation and does not deteriorate during transportation. From 1 sq. m harvest up to 6.5 kg of melons.

Passport F1

Ultra early maturing hybrid. Suitable for private and industrial cultivation. Maturation – 70-75 days.

Description. Melons are round, yellow-brown. Weight – 2-3.5 kg. The pulp is light green in color and has an increased sweetness. The peel is smooth, covered with a continuous mesh.

Peculiarities. To get larger melons, reduce the number of ovaries. Leaving all the ovaries, you get a lot of small melons, which are used for pickling or canning. Fruits that have turned yellow but are not ripe are removed - they ripen in 2-3 months. Industrial yield – up to 180 c/ha. After harvesting, the fruits retain commercial quality for 7 days.

Dune

An early frost-resistant variety, ripens in 60-75 days.

Description. Oval dark yellow fruits covered with a continuous mesh. The color of the pulp is light cream, it is dense and slightly grainy. Weight – 1.5-3 kg. Under favorable conditions - up to 5 kg. The shape of the fruit is oval, the surface is smooth, covered with a continuous mesh. The pulp is very juicy and aromatic, tasty.

Peculiarities. Excellent taste and good transportability. Productivity under irrigation reaches 400 c/ha. Well preserved, resistant to diseases and parasitic pests. The fruits have a high marketability.

Aikido F1

One of the best hybrids for growing in Russia. Ripens in short summer conditions. Grows well in the Central regions. Ripens in 70 days.

Description. Weight – 2 kg. The rind is bright yellow and dense. The pulp is light green.

Peculiarities. Exceptionally sweet and aromatic fruits. Stress-resistant hybrid variety. Harvest from 1 hectare – up to 120 c.

Raymond

This Israeli pineapple-type hybrid belongs to the mid-early category. Ripens in 70-75 days. They look very similar to the Torpedo variety. These are the largest and most delicious melons that can grow in the Moscow region.

Description. The ocher-yellow oblong fruits are covered with a clearly visible mesh. Fruit weight is 4-6 kg, in the southern regions – up to 10 kg. The pulp is creamy yellow. The seed chamber is small, the aroma is rich.

Peculiarities. Exquisite taste, sweet, lots of sugar - up to 13%. Resistance to powdery mildew and fusarium. Raymond F1 loves warmth; if the summer is cool, the fruits do not taste sweet. One plant grows up to 5-6 melons. It tastes superior to most varieties and is the main competitor of Torpedo. It tolerates transportation well, the fruit retains commercial quality for 30-40 days after collection. Productivity – 280-340 c/ha.

banana melon

An early ripening hybrid with excellent taste. This exotic variety is grown under film and in open ground. Fruiting occurs 60-65 days from the day of emergence.

Description. Oval light green fruits weighing 4-6 kg. One plant produces three melons. The peel is covered with a faintly visible mesh. The shape is unusual - very elongated fruits, flattened on the sides. The length of the fruit is up to 80 cm. The color of the pulp is golden.

Peculiarities. The pulp has an unusual taste - banana; the consistency of the pulp also resembles a banana. Productivity depends on cultivation conditions and the presence of irrigation; it ranges from 80 to 300 c/ha.

Amal

An early hybrid with a short growing season. Large-fruited, with high yield.

Description. The oval fruits are creamy yellow in color. Weight – about 3 kg. The peel is covered with a mesh, the flesh is also creamy yellow, but of a more saturated shade. The pulp is sweet, and the bed for the seeds takes up very little space. Productivity – up to 14 kg per 1 sq. m. When grown industrially - up to 550 c/ha.

Peculiarities. Resistance to major diseases of melons. Transports well thanks to its thick peel. It does not tolerate low temperatures well, but this disadvantage, to one degree or another, is characteristic of all varieties of melon.

Cinderella

This unpretentious and high-yielding variety is ultra-early ripening - its fruits ripen in just 50 days.

Description. The fruits are spherical, slightly elongated. The peel is light yellow, covered with a white mesh. The crust is thin and smooth. Weight – 1.5-2.5 kg. The pulp is white or greenish-white, juicy and aromatic, but inferior in sweetness to many popular varieties.

Peculiarities. Disease resistance. Tolerates drought well. Poorly preserved and transported. For 1 sq. m grows up to 4 kg of melons.

A sybarite's dream

New. For those interested in unusual and less common varieties. The second title is “A Lazy Man’s Dream.” Korean variety, early ripening and unpretentious.

Description. Fruit weight is 0.3-0.4 kg, maximum – 0.7 kg. Bright yellow fruits, fragrant, with white, crunchy pulp. There are green stripes on a yellow background. Very sweet, honey taste.

Peculiarities. Excellent tolerance to “extreme” conditions – droughts and cold snaps. It grows quickly and is almost not affected by diseases. Harvest - up to 20 melons per plant. Continuously bears fruit until frost.

Iroquois F1

This hybrid belongs to the Cantaloupe melon variety. Average early ripening from germination to the readiness of the first fruits is 70-80 days.

Description. The pulp is orange, tender. Weight – 1.2-1.7 kg. Ball-shaped melons with a segmented surface. The peel is greenish-beige in color. The white pulp has a dense consistency, it is juicy and sugary, and emits a rich melon aroma.

Peculiarities. From 1 sq. m, 7-8 kg of fruits are collected. The hybrid is tasty and productive. Immunity to fusarium and powdery mildew. Tolerates unfavorable conditions. Minus - the fruits quickly lose their sweetness, the taste becomes worse. This hybrid is not suitable for long-term storage.

Serezhka's love

Early ripening melon from Altai breeders. Ripens in 65-75 days.

Description. The shape of the fruit is elongated-oval. The peel is yellow-orange. Weight – 1-2 kg. The color of the pulp is yellow, with a melon aroma. The pulp is juicy, sugary, rich in carotene and sugar.

Peculiarities. They are grown in open ground and under film covers. Unpretentious variety.

Fairy tale

An early variety, ripens in 58-62 days. The optimal choice for growing in temperate climates. If you use the seedling method, then melons bear fruit even in northern latitudes.

Description. Elliptical yellow fruits. The color of the juicy and sweet pulp is white. Weight – 1-1.4 kg. There is no pattern on the surface, but sometimes there is a fine mesh near the stalk.

Peculiarities. It is distinguished by uniform ripening of fruits and compactness of plants. High quality taste, resistance to powdery mildew. Average level of marketability. It is recommended to prepare candied fruits, jam, preserves, and other preparations and desserts. Resistance to night cold and diseases characteristic of melons. Harvest from 1 sq. m – about 3 kg.

Tamanskaya

This early variety is valued for its productivity, unpretentiousness and excellent taste. The fruits ripen in 55-75 days.

Description. The fruits are oval, yellow, with a mesh-like skin. The peel is thin. The pulp has a creamy color, it is tender and grainy, crumbly, juicy, with a honey taste. Weight – 0.5-1.3 kg.

Peculiarities. One plant produces three full melons. The variety is intended for fresh consumption. The melon has an excellent presentation and is easily transported. 170 centners are collected from 1 hectare. The variety is resistant to many diseases that affect melons.

Galileo F1

Mid-early hybrid of the first generation.

Description. Attractive and appetizing appearance - the fruits are smooth, round, deep yellow in color. The surface is covered with mesh. The pulp is aromatic, tender, greenish-white. Fruit weight – up to 1.5 kg.

Peculiarities. It easily tolerates temperature changes - it grows safely in central Russia. It practically does not suffer from powdery mildew and is resistant to downy mildew. The variety combines unpretentiousness and productivity with excellent presentation. From 1 sq. m harvest up to 2.3 kg of fruit.

American Melon Pineapple

The Pineapple variety is represented by many subspecies and hybrids. All of them have a common feature - a specific “pineapple” taste. Pineapple varieties are heat-loving; in the northern regions they are grown as seedlings or in greenhouses. All subspecies of “Pineapple” belong mainly to the mid-early category. The harvest matures in approximately 65 days.

"American Melon Pineapple" is only one of the hybrids of the Pineapple variety and one of the earliest varieties.

Description. Small oval fruits with a beige-greenish peel covered with a dense mesh. The pulp is white, with a creamy tint. The texture is extremely delicate, the pulp exudes a delicate aroma. Weight – up to 2 kg.

Peculiarities. One plant produces 3-5 fruits. The fruits are small and portioned. Excellent keeping quality.

Radmila (Medetli) F1

This ultra-early hybrid combines high fruit quality with exceptional disease resistance. This is the earliest hybrid melon variety of foreign selection.

Description. Fruit weight – 2 kg. The shape is oval, the peel color is yellow, the mesh is clearly visible over the entire surface. Sweet and dense pulp.

Peculiarities. Up to 5 melons ripen on one plant. Transports well.

Cappuccino

Dessert variety for growing in open ground in Siberian conditions. Ripens in 70-75 days.

Description. The fruits are round-oval, weight – 1 kg. The crust is thin, the color is cream. The mesh is clearly visible. The pulp is tender, snow-white, with an exquisite taste.

Peculiarities. Planted with seedlings or directly in open ground. Sugar content is about 17%. One bush can grow up to 15 kg of fruit.

Miron F1

Early maturing large-fruited hybrid of the first generation. Intended for fresh consumption. Ripening – 55-60 days.

Description. The fruits are dark yellow with a grayish tint. The peel is weakly segmented. The shape is oval. The color of the juicy, crispy and dense pulp is white. Weight – 3-5 kg.

Peculiarities. Immunity to diseases - practically does not suffer from fusarium and powdery mildew. High sugar content - up to 16%. This hybrid is good for growing for sale - the fruits are beautiful in appearance, tasty and can withstand transportation perfectly. The hybrid acclimatizes well, it is grown in the southern and northern regions - from the Krasnodar Territory to Siberia.

Canaria

Ultra-early hybrid melon - ripening takes 60-70 days.

Description. Weight – 1.5-3 kg. Oval fruits with a smooth surface, without mesh. Color – bright yellow. There is slight pubescence. The fruit has aromatic, light green flesh. The taste is excellent, with notes of honey.

Peculiarities. Does not crack during transportation. The variety is ideal for commercial cultivation. Universal purpose - “Canaria” is eaten fresh, candied fruits, jam, jam, jam are made. Almost does not suffer from anthracnose, powdery mildew, or fusarium. From 1 sq. m harvest about 2 kg of melons. A greenhouse cultivation method is recommended, since the variety is demanding in terms of heat and light. The plant is tied to trellises.

Tavrichanka

This early variety, bred by Kherson breeders, is considered one of the most delicious. Ripens in 70 days.

Description. The melon is spherical, orange in color, with white flesh. The peel is completely or partially covered with a mesh. The flesh is sweet and crunchy. The average weight of the fetus is 1.8 kg. The yield without irrigation reaches 195 c/ha. Sugars – almost 13%.

Peculiarities. It copes well with dry conditions, is well transported and has an ideal presentation. The variety has a high tasting score - 4.7 out of 5. Resistance to cracking.

The sweetest varieties of melons

The fruits of these varieties often contain 10% sugar or more. They may well compete with natural honey. But European and Russian varieties are still described here. Because few can compete with the sweetness of Central Asian melons.

Ethiopian

This melon is one of the five sweetest varieties. Fruits at full maturity are yellow-orange in color. Segments separated by grayish stripes are clearly visible on the skin. Melons can be quite large, weighing up to 3 kg. In addition to the honey taste of the bright orange pulp, the fruits have a strong melon aroma. But plants will show their best qualities only at high growing temperatures.

Caramel

The variety, obtained by French breeders in 2006, already by its name speaks volumes about the sweetness of its fruits. The pulp occupies most of the fruit; the seed chambers are small. The taste of juicy and tender pulp of light cream color melting in your mouth will appeal to any gourmet. In addition, melons have a strong aroma. Ripening occurs quite early, after 62-66 days of the growing season. The variety is resistant to soil waterlogging and fusarium.

Princess Anne

The sweetest melon among all the “princesses”. The sugar content reaches almost 10%. But the advantages of the variety do not end there. This hybrid variety is resistant to various adverse weather conditions, diseases and is characterized by early ripening.

Early ripening

The most popular group of varieties. They are suitable for growing in regions with cold climates, in a greenhouse or greenhouse. They have minimum requirements for the quality and duration of lighting. The fruits ripen 55-70 days from the beginning of the growing season.

Let's look at the description of each variety.

Caramel F1

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A hybrid variety of pineapple melon recommended for cultivation in industrial farms. Forms large fruits up to 3 kg in size, maximum length – 24 cm.

The skin is very thick, colored light brown. The pulp is very aromatic, the seed chamber is weakly expressed.

The plant tolerates drought comfortably and produces a stable harvest in almost any climate. With high-quality care, fruiting reaches 90 tons per hectare.

Altai

An early ripening variety of melon, suitable for growing in regions with unfavorable climatic conditions. The fruits ripen 70 days from planting.

The main shoots grow up to 2 m; timely pruning is recommended. The melon is oval in shape, the skin is a rich golden hue with a mesh. When ripe, the flesh becomes creamy in color.

Average weight is 2 kg, yield can reach 25 t/ha. Altai melon is suitable for making jam, drying and eating fresh.

Cinderella

An early ripening variety, the fruits are formed 55 days from the beginning of the growing season. Suitable for growing in open ground and greenhouses. Regionalization was obtained for the Central region, the Urals and Siberia.

The plant forms a long stem, as well as a numerous number of shoots with female flowers. Pollinators are required for fruiting. Melon grows up to 2 kg, the average diameter of the fruit is 20 cm.

The bright yellow surface is flat and smooth. The pulp is juicy and crisp with a developed seed chamber. The variety is not intended for long-term storage; the harvest must be sold within 2 weeks from the date of collection.

Banana

A variety for growing in greenhouse conditions. It is distinguished by the elongated shape of the fruits, the length of which reaches 80-100 cm. Their external appearance resembles large cucumbers, the peel is yellow-green.

The aromatic pulp has a pleasant oily taste. The main disadvantage of banana melon is its rare seeds; the variety is currently actively cultivated only in Europe.

Princess Svetlana F1

An early-ripening hybrid of a round melon, ripening occurs in 60-70 days. Suitable for growing in a greenhouse or hotbed, pinching to 5-6 sheets is recommended.

The fruits weigh up to 2 kg, the pulp is dense and juicy. The crop has a universal culinary purpose and is suitable for making preparations. The plant is resistant to most fungal infections, but with high humidity the pulp becomes watery.

Passport F1

A hybrid of American selection, included in the Russian state register in 2002. Recommended for amateur gardening. The growing season is 55-70 days; powerful vines form on the bush, which are important to trim on time.

The round fruits reach a weight of up to 3.5 kg.

The skin is yellow-brown, the flesh is light green. Melon Passport F1 has received positive reviews from gardeners, who note disease resistance and high taste characteristics of the fruit.

Serezhka's love

An Altai variety recommended for open ground. Forms a medium-climbing plant with powerful leaves. The melon has an elongated oval shape, the peel is yellow-orange.

It grows up to 2 kg, the pulp has a strong aroma and delicate structure. The bush quickly adapts to any climatic conditions and is rarely affected by diseases and pests. To speed up ripening, it is advisable to plant using the seedling method.

A sybarite's dream

Honey melon developed by Japanese breeders. The variety belongs to the early ripening type; the crop ripens before the onset of return frosts. The elongated oval fruits are covered with a thin and smooth yellow-green skin. They grow up to 1.5 kg.

The white flesh is juicy and crunchy and has a pleasant honey taste. Maximum yield is possible only when grown in the southern regions. There is moderate resistance to infections typical for the family.

Akmaral

A variety of Turkmen melon, which is known as “khasanka”. It has a thick skin and a pleasant honey-pineapple taste.

With proper care, the fruits grow up to 2 kg and tolerate storage and transportation well. From one bush you can harvest up to 9 kg of melon. It grows comfortably both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.

Radmila F1

A popular hybrid of honey melon with an extremely early ripening period. Forms a powerful bush with pronounced covering ability. Each plant produces up to 5 fruits weighing up to 2 kg.

The skin has a uniform structure and is golden in color. The pulp is dense and sweet. The variety is noted for its high resistance to infection, adaptability to climate and stable yield regardless of the weather.

Melon varieties by fruit color

Cultivated varieties of melons can also vary significantly in fruit color.

Yellow

The yellow shade is probably the most popular.

Delano

The medium-sized, oval-shaped fruits have an attractive dark yellow color. The variety was bred in the Netherlands. It has a medium-early ripening period: 63-77 days.

Fairy tale

Classic elliptical-shaped melon fruits have a smooth yellow skin with a sparse mesh. They are distinguished by their early ripening, smooth ripening, sweet and crispy flesh, and resistance to disease.

Orange

An orange tint is also not uncommon among melons.

El Dorado

The round, yellow-orange, medium-sized fruits have white, juicy pulp. The variety is mid-early, recommended for growing under film covers. The taste is good, the aroma is average. The yield is decent - up to 7 kg per 1 sq. m.

Melba

The variety is distinguished by one of the earliest ripening periods; the first fruits can ripen 30-40 days after germination. True, they are small in size, weighing 600-700 g. The peel is light orange with a beige mesh. The taste is delicate and sweet.

Greens

Green color is less typical for melons, however, there are plenty of similar varieties.

Don Quixote

These green melons, which have a thick skin, grow up to 5 kg. The mesh is clearly visible on the peel. Thanks to the thick peel, the fruits are perfectly stored. In cool conditions they can retain their taste for up to 3 months.

Charente

Melons of this variety are not large in size. This melon variety is represented by small gray-green balls with segments separated by dark stripes. The orange-colored pulp is very sweet and juicy. But the variety, originally from France, is distinguished by its demanding growing conditions: heat, light and humidity.

A lazy man's dream

This variety is unusual in many ways. It is able to ripen one of the first, in 50-55 days. The appearance of small (300-400 g) fruits resembles striped greenish pears. The peel is so thin that it practically does not interfere with eating the fruit. But the variety is somewhat capricious and loves warmth.

White

White melons look the most attractive, especially if they are decorated with stripes or divided into segments.

Princess Svetlana

Interesting portioned white balls with crispy orange pulp of excellent taste - this is what the Princess Svetlana melon variety is. They do not ripen quickly - in 95-105 days, they are more suitable for growing under film. They are stored for about 2 weeks. Productivity – up to 6.5 kg/sq.m.

Muscat white

Melons of this variety do not have a very traditional appearance - they are almost white, round, usually small in size, about 600-900 g, but sometimes reach 2 kg. The flesh is slightly greenish. The main thing is to pick the fruits on time and not let them overripe. Otherwise, the juicy pulp becomes too cloying. And the fruits ripen in just two full months. Plants show amazing flexibility in relation to sudden changes in temperature and can even tolerate short-term frosts.

Blondie

Despite the name, the white background of the small fruits is decorated with greenish stripes, which makes the melons even more attractive. Under the thin skin hides dark orange, sweet and juicy pulp, although without much aroma.

The variety has good yield and disease resistance.

Varieties of Kuban melons

Several popular varieties have been bred in Kuban.

Tamanskaya

The fruits are oval, covered with a yellow peel, speckled with cobwebs . The pulp is tender, grainy, creamy in color, with a honey flavor. Weight – 500-1300 g.

Scythian gold

Mid-early hybrid, resistant to powdery mildew . The fruits are yellow, oval, with a net. Weight – about 1 kg.

Iroquois

A hybrid with oval fruits that are covered with a green mesh skin . The pulp is aromatic, dense, yellow-orange in color. Productivity – 6-8 kg/m².

Princess Svetlana

The fruits are round, white-cream, without a net . The pulp is milky and sweet. Fruit weight – 1.3-1.6 kg. Productivity – 6.2-6.5 kg/m².

The best varieties of melon according to the shape of the fruit (round, oblong, sliced)

Melons can differ not only in the color of the peel and pulp, but also have different, including very interesting shapes. The varieties that are round, oval, and with pronounced segments have already been described above. There is a variety of Banana melon, which is so elongated in length that it slightly resembles the fruit of the same name.

Banana

The length of the fruits of this melon can reach 90 cm. This hybrid is highly valued for its early ripening (62-68 days), transportability and excellent taste with a banana aroma. True, for full ripening it requires enough heat and light.

Extraordinary

The name of this hybrid variety already speaks volumes. The pronounced lobular structure is successfully combined with the warty surface of the peel. The weight of one fruit can reach 3.5-4 kg. Productivity is medium-high, up to 5.2 kg/sq. m. The fruits ripen quite early, at 60-65 days.

Late varieties

It takes a little more than 3 months to ripen, but then they are stored for a long time.

"A pineapple"

Ripens no earlier than 95 days after planting. The highly elongated ellipsoidal fruits have a light orange peel and grow up to 3 kilos. The white-pink tender pulp is very juicy and slightly oily, incredibly fragrant and vaguely similar in taste to pineapple, which is why the variety got its name. It can be stored for 2 weeks and is resistant to a number of diseases.

"Golden"

In 90 days, the fruits of this beauty fully ripen. The peel is smooth, without patterns or nets, and has an even yellow color. Melons weigh no more than a kilogram. The pulp is white, juicy and oily, with a characteristic aroma. The variety can be stored for up to 3 weeks. Resistant to many diseases.

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"Torpedo"

The variety was named for the shape of the fruits - very elongated, like a military projectile. Torpedoes ripen in 110 days, but after that the fruits are stored for 3 months or more. Melons weigh 4-8 kilograms, their flesh is white, sweet and juicy, very aromatic. The plants produce a good harvest and are resistant to diseases and drought.

"Wintering"

The fruit, which has an elongated spherical shape, ripens for almost 100 days. The peel is yellow-greenish, smooth to the touch, covered with a large mesh. The flesh is pale green, juicy, and slightly crunchy. Melons reach 3 kilograms in weight and do not crack due to their thick peel. Resistant to drought and many diseases. From one hundred square meters you can harvest up to 320 kg of crop. The fruits are stored for 3 months.

The best varieties from Europe

European varieties of melons have long been grown in Russian gardens. And although many of them are quite capricious, you can at least try planting them in a greenhouse.

Cantaloupe

One of the most famous varieties in Europe and the USA. Thanks to the special care of the Pope, this exotic melon, originally from Asia, became the ancestor of many modern varieties.

Amal

It is considered one of the most delicious European varieties bred by French breeders, and was even included in the State Register of Russia in 2009. The pink-pearl colored pulp is so juicy and sweet that it is ideal for both fresh consumption and various preparations. Has a strong aroma.

Bolo

A European variety of melon that most closely resembles a watermelon. Thick but juicy pulp and a fresh, sweet, but not cloying taste complete this impression.

Central Asian varieties

Central Asia is considered the birthplace of melons, and there is a huge variety of them: green in color, wrinkled or bottle-shaped in shape, and completely different in taste.

"Kassaba"

They have green fruits with yellow spots. The peel is wrinkled in folds along the tail to the crown. The variety is classified as a winter variety, since it ripens according to the calendar closer to the winter of northern latitudes. After harvesting, the melons are wrapped in reeds and hung to ripen. At the beginning of spring, melon is suitable for consumption. Its flesh is greenish.

"Choghars"

It has oval, elongated fruits, the tips of which are slightly pointed. The pulp is white, very soft and sweet. The skin is rough and has a yellow-orange pattern.

"Gulyabi"

The fruits have a pronounced pattern of yellow and green spots, are elongated and weigh up to 5 kilograms. Sweet and aromatic, can be stored for a long time due to the thick peel.

The best varieties from Central Asia

Central Asian melons are rightfully considered the most delicious and sweet. There are more than 150 local varieties in Central Asia, and most of them are little known in other regions, since they do not have good transportability.

Khandalyak

The earliest varieties of melons, ripening already in spring. They are small in size, have low yields and are completely unsuitable for transportation. But for their season, when there are still few other fruits, they are simply irreplaceable.

Bukharki

Some of the sweetest and juiciest melons in the world, ripening in the summer. They reach a weight of 7-10 kg, but are so juicy that they are rarely found outside of Central Asia. The thick aroma of vanilla also attracts them.

Gulyabi

This variety is also called Charjui melon. It is considered the real queen among melons for its unsurpassed taste properties. It does not gain its true taste immediately, but several days, weeks, or even months after harvest. It can be stored for a long time and can be transported well. The fruits can withstand heat up to + 43 °C and ripen 130-140 days after mass germination.

Kassaba

This is one of the most original varieties of Central Asian melons. They are called winter not only because of their extremely late ripening. But also because their true taste is revealed only during long-term storage towards the end of winter, beginning of spring. In autumn, their flesh is green, dense, hard and completely tasteless. And only much later it becomes juicy and sweet.

Late ripening (autumn-winter and winter)

Late-ripening melons include autumn-winter and winter varieties. Fruiting is observed 90-120 days from the moment of planting in the ground. The crop tolerates transportation well. The plant is frost-resistant and resistant to changes in weather conditions.

A pineapple

This variety is one of the brightest examples of pineapple melon. It has a strong aroma and pronounced sweet taste. The plant has long vines; up to 5 fruits weighing from 2.5 to 3 kg are formed on one bush.

The peel is orange and has a mesh pattern. The white flesh is very tender and oily. The harvest can be stored for up to 1.5 months without the use of chemicals. It tolerates transportation well and has a universal culinary purpose.

Wintering

A late-ripening variety, the harvest can be harvested in 87-95 days. The plant is quite powerful, with long vines. The fruits are oval-shaped, yellow-green in color. There is no pattern on the peel, the placentas are dense. The pulp is light green, the taste is average.

The maximum weight of a melon is 2.5 kg. The variety has received positive reviews from gardeners and is used for planting in regions with cold climates. The plant is immune to infections typical for the culture.

Golden

The variety was bred by Krasnodar breeders and is recommended for growing in areas with a warm climate under film. The fruits can be harvested after 90 days. The melon has an oblong-rounded shape, with a pronounced mesh on the green-yellow peel.

The pulp is juicy and tender, has a pleasant aroma. The plant is capricious to weather conditions; for stable yields it requires high humidity and heat. There is resistance to viral and fungal diseases.

The harvest is not suitable for long-term storage, but due to its attractive presentation it is often used for sale.

Torpedo (Rainbow)

The most popular variety of Asian selection, bred in Uzbekistan. It has a late ripening period, the fruits are formed in 90-100 days. The plant is extremely thermophilic and is not suitable for cultivation in regions with cold summers. In the Russian climate, melon grows up to 5 kg.

It has a rich yellow color with thin white veins. Productivity – 2.5-3 kg/m2. When planting, it should be taken into account that the bush is very powerful, so an increased interval between plants is required. Immunity to diseases is at an average level; in early spring it is advisable to treat seedlings with fungicides.

Kassaba

Asian melon, belonging to the cantaloupe species. The fruits develop round or flattened shape. The pulp is very sweet, but has no aroma. With increased soil moisture, looseness may occur. The harvest ripens within 90-100 days from planting.

It can be used for storage, processing or sale. It is advisable to grow the Kassaba variety in a greenhouse, since the plant is capricious to climatic conditions. Gardeners note average resistance indicators; there is a tendency to bacteriosis.

Gulyabi

The second name of this varietal group is Charjui melon. It has the shape of an elongated oval and can grow up to 7 kg. The orange peel is covered with a slightly ribbed mesh.

The flesh is white, moderately firm and crisp. The main advantage of the variety is the ability to store up to 2 months. The harvest retains attractive marketability for a long time and does not become watery.

Disadvantages include high maintenance requirements, sensitivity to weather conditions and the risk of fungal infections.

Today, several dozen varieties of melon have been developed with different ripening periods, yields and taste qualities of the fruit. When choosing a specific variety of this crop for your site, you need to take into account not only productivity, but also resistance to climate and disease.

It is recommended to purchase seeds of zoned varieties, as well as first-generation hybrids - they have the highest vitality and do not require pollinators.

Exotic and original varieties

Among the exotic varieties of melons, most varieties belong to the so-called Chinese subspecies.

Vietnamese

Nice-looking oval-shaped fruits, weighing no more than 300 g. The color alternates between light orange and chocolate stripes. The pulp is quite melon-like: creamy, soft, tender. The taste clearly shows the sourness characteristic of pineapple.

Melotria

These tiny fruits, reaching a length of no more than 4 cm, are also called rough or mouse melon. The taste of these melons is refreshing, more reminiscent of cucumber. North America is considered its homeland. There it is often grown as an indoor perennial plant.

Silver (Armenian cucumber)

This variety does not at all look like the usual melon fruits. The fruits can grow up to 70 cm in length and weigh up to 8 kg. Most often they eat unripe fruits, which have little sweetness, but they are very refreshing in hot weather. The only thing about these fruits that reminds us that they belong to the melon family is their wonderful aroma, which is difficult to confuse with anything else.

Kiwano

An exotic variety native to the African continent is also called horned melon. The juicy core with seeds is eaten, which when ripe resembles jelly with the taste of cucumber, banana and melon at the same time. Fruits weighing about 300 g ripen well in room conditions. They are used for a variety of preparations and fresh.

Varieties of green, red, yellow and white melons

In addition to the classic yellow melons, there are a variety of melons on the market, colored in other colors.

Green melons

Mabel F1 has a dark green color. The oval-shaped fruits are dotted with small cracks.

Banana melons look like large, plump zucchini . They have an elliptical shape and a light marsh color, complemented by a yellow mesh. The length of a mature specimen is from 0.5 to 1 m. It is recommended to grow them in greenhouses.

banana melon

Reds

According to some external characteristics, the Pineapple melon variety can be classified as red . The fruits are red-brown in color with small, vertically located, dark yellow-orange stripes. Fruit weight - no more than 300 g. The taste of the pulp is similar to the taste of pineapple.

Yellow

80% of all melons are represented in this color, and among them there are unusual specimens.

Momordica or Indian bitter melon

It got its name because of its specific taste. Momordica grows on vines. The fruits are small, elongated, the surface of a rich yellow color is covered with growths . The inner side of the crust is covered with a layer of pulp no more than 1.5 cm wide, and in the cavity of the fruit there are large seeds and a jelly-like mass.

Pepino

The fruits of this variety are slightly larger than a goose egg . The crust is pale yellow, with eggplant-colored stripes. The pulp is juicy, yellow or cream in color. The fruit tastes sweet, with a pear flavor.

White

A few representatives of this category are the Princess Svetlana and Muscat White Melon varieties. The latter has a round shape, a smooth creamy-white crust. The pulp is juicy, with a greenish tint. Belongs to early ripening varieties, the fruit weighs 1.5-2 kg.

White muskmelon

What type of melon is the best?

Among the very, very melons, of course, I would like to immediately name the largest fruit recorded in the Guinness Book of Records. Unfortunately, it was not recorded what variety this melon belonged to, but it was grown in the USA in 1985. And she weighed 118 kg with a length of 75 cm.

The smallest variety is melotria or mouse melon, which can weigh literally a few grams.

The sweetest variety of melon is generally recognized to be the Central Asian Chardzhuyskaya, and if we talk about European varieties, Cappuccino fruits can contain up to 17% sugars.

In terms of shape, the most unique among the cultivated varieties are Extraordinary and Lazy Man's Dream. Well, Kiwano surpasses everyone in its exoticism.

Exotic

Exotic connoisseurs always want something unusual. Melons are no exception to this, which is why breeders have introduced several varieties with unusual characteristics.

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Pineapple

A small brown fruit weighing up to 0.3 kg. Light orange stripes on its surface alternate with dark brown ones. The taste of the pulp is similar to that of pineapple.

Kiwano

This variety is very popular in African countries, and it came to Europe relatively recently. Yellow on the outside and green on the inside, this melon causes mixed reviews among gardeners. They do not eat its pulp, but eat only the green, refreshing core, which tastes like jelly. The fruits are not suitable for storage, but are excellent for processing and preparation.

Meltoria

The miniature fruits reach a maximum length of 4 cm. The taste is similar to cucumber. In American countries, the plant is often grown as a houseplant. Suitable for pickling and preparing salads.

Why is melon bitter?

Melon pulp can be bitter for various reasons. They are often presented:

• Improper care of melons during fruit growth and ripening;
• By harvesting the crop before it ripens, melons that do not ripen on the bushes often acquire an unpleasant, bitter taste.
• An excess of nitrates in melon pulp - an increased content of these substances in the vegetable when consumed can cause severe poisoning;
• Fungal diseases of the melon crop of fungal etiology also significantly affect the change in the taste of melon, and not for the better.
• If there are dents and cracks in the fruit, when purchasing a melon, the fruit should be selected only with intact skin and without dark spots or other defects. It is through them that harmful microorganisms enter under the skin of the melon, which provoke the appearance of bitterness.

Which melons should you not buy?

In order to facilitate transportation, many sellers resort to waxing the fruits. The use of special aerosols is indicated by the shiny appearance of the melon. In addition, after touching such processed fruits, barely noticeable oily traces remain on the fingers. Most likely, such a melon was picked unripe and underwent long transportation.

Melons that are too dirty or too clean should also be a concern. Dirty melons mean they were picked in rainy weather and soil remained on the fruit for a long time, which significantly reduces its taste and makes it watery.

And melons that are too clean indicate that they were most likely washed. When washing, the natural bactericidal layer on the skin is disrupted, which allows bacteria to freely penetrate inside the fruit.

Ideally, melons should not be dirty and have a natural “spraying”, which will indicate that the fruits have not been subjected to any processing.

Signs of oversaturation with nitrates can be the presence of a large number of longitudinal veins in the pulp of the fruit, as well as empty grayish seeds. Such fruits usually do not have a pronounced honey aroma. If there is a suspicion that the fruit is overfed with nitrates, then it is better not to eat the pulp near the crust - this is where all the harmful substances accumulate.

That's basically all you need to know about melon so as not to make a mistake when purchasing. Bon appetit!

Useful qualities and composition of the berry

The melon of this variety is unique in its composition. It contains carotene and is a low-calorie product . It includes:

• Carbohydrates, fats and sugars.

• Coarse dietary fiber.
• Squirrels.
• Vitamins A, B and C.
• Calcium, iron and other minerals.
• Folic acid.

It is important that the iron content of this vegetable is 2 times higher than chicken meat and 17 times higher than milk. The beneficial substances in the product can have a beneficial effect on the human body.

The elements in cantaloupe can:

• Improve memory thanks to choline included in the composition. Eating this element during pregnancy contributes to the high-quality formation of neural connections in the fetus.
• Protect body cells from the effects of free radicals, thanks to the beta-carotene content. The antioxidant increases the body's resistance and increases its resistance to stress.
• Prevent the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation on human eyes.
• Increase your body's resistance to heart disease and prevent stroke and certain types of cancer thanks to a substance such as zeaxanthin.
• Lower blood pressure with potassium.
• Prevent the accumulation of cholesterol in the liver due to the presence of inosine in melon. This substance also protects against hair loss.

With the constant inclusion of this vegetable in the diet, the risk of developing obesity, heart failure, and diabetes mellitus is significantly reduced. Eating it helps normalize hormonal levels and improve the functioning of the stomach and intestines.

Frequent consumption of melon is not recommended for people with kidney disease. To get maximum benefit from the product, you need to choose a ripe vegetable. The melon reaches 15-25 centimeters in diameter and has the shape of a flattened ball. On top it is covered with a thick peel, which can have different colors, depending on the variety: orange, greenish and yellow.

The ripe fruit is distinguished by its inherent hardness and aroma. When you tap the vegetable, it will make a dull sound. If you scratch a melon with your fingernail, the inside of the skin will be green.

Planting melon seedlings in the ground

So, the melon bed on your site has already been prepared. Fluff the soil thoroughly using a rake. Make holes, maintaining a distance between them both in length and width, approximately 70-80 cm.

Please note: under no circumstances should you plant seedlings if frost has not yet passed. It’s better to wait until the final warming, otherwise the melons will die at the seedling stage

Treat melon sprouts very carefully so as not to damage the roots in any way. It is best to plant seedlings along with the soil in which they grew in a pot or glass. It is in this case that you can be convinced of the benefits of peat cups or tablets: they are simply immersed in the hole and sprinkled with earth.

Maintain a distance of 70-80 cm between the holes in which the seedlings will be planted

Before planting, pour water into the hole and add a little humus. Plant the stem so that it does not go deep. The lump of soil with which you planted the seedlings should protrude slightly above the surface of the earth. Water the planted seedlings again and sprinkle with soil.

During the first two days, create shade for the seedlings to help them grow better. If there are strong temperature changes between day and night, cover the plantings with film, which will also protect the melons from rain.

The film can be replaced with the usual plastic bottles. Cut a large (2 to 5 liters) bottle into 2 pieces across. Cover each sprout with half the bottle. Such a simple design is very easy to remove before watering, and then put back in place.

Ethiopian

It was bred by Russian breeders relatively recently. The variety is classified as mid-season. The ripening period of melon can last throughout the summer. They usually try it in September. Outwardly, the Ethiopian looks more like a pumpkin than a melon. The fruits of the variety are very large. Their weight can reach 3.5 kg, which is more than many other popular varieties. The rind of the fruit is dark yellow, with green stripes and a branched network of small cracks. Hidden inside is orange pulp, which has a very strong aroma, carrying hints of honey.

The variety is heat-loving (as you can guess from its name), so it is grown exclusively in the southern regions.

Melons surprise with their diversity. They differ in shape, color, pulp structure and flavor. But in one thing they are exactly similar - in the beneficial properties that characterize the melon crop. All melons are rich in proteins, carbohydrates and mineral salts, which improve a person’s physical fitness, help the body gain strength and prepare for winter. At the end of summer and beginning of autumn, melon should appear on the table as often as possible. And it is desirable that each time it be some completely new variety.

Mid-season species

Early varieties are being replaced by mid-season varieties, the period of technical ripeness of which begins 80-90 days after emergence. Such hybrids are good because their flesh is denser and juicier, and their taste is sugary, sometimes even cloying.

Melons are grown in open and closed ground, especially in the Middle Zone and the Urals. The following representatives have earned the greatest authority: Delano, Lada, Temryuchanka, Early Sweet, Don Quixote F1. The hybrid Galileo F1 has an excellent taste. Most often it is grown in greenhouses, but in warm regions with early summer it can be planted in open beds.

Collective farmer

The variety received positive reviews from gardeners in the Far East, Siberia, the North Caucasus and Astrakhan. The collective farmer cannot boast of large size, but her taste is excellent. The kilogram round fruits have a truly melon aroma and tender pulp that melts in your mouth. The medium size allows the berries to ripen even in short and cool summers, and the thick skin protects them from cracking and deformation during transportation.

The characteristic color is bright yellow and orange with green, in some places the formation of a large mesh is allowed. The surface is smooth. When cut, the flesh is white, dense, fleshy and slightly crispy. There are a lot of seeds and they are fertile, that is, new bushes can be grown from ripened melons for the next year. One of the best and most popular varieties of domestic selection.

Ethiopian

Thanks to its self-pollinating abilities, all the buds are formed on the bush and there are no barren flowers; the vines themselves are short and form up to 5-6 fruits on one plant. The variety is resistant to coolness and sun, excluding burns, but is weak against fungi and gray rot.

The berries are large - up to 4 kg, round in shape with longitudinal stripes, deep yellow in color, greening is observed in places in contact with the ground and shade. There is a network of small cracks. The thick crust protects against breaks and damage during transportation. Shelf life is a month.

The pulp is white, juicy and honey-like in taste, the aroma is real - melon.

Amal F1

At the height of the season, Amal and Kolkhoznitsa melons are always on store shelves, because these varieties are most suitable for temperate climates and have a rich, sweet summer taste. In addition, stable yields are expressed, resistance to the vagaries of weather and diseases of melon crops, the bushes are extremely rarely affected by powdery mildew or fusarium.

Amal melon weighs on average 2.5-3 kg, has an elongated shape and a creamy yellow hue. The peel is thick. The flesh is slightly darker than the skin and is quite sweet, juicy and aromatic. With proper care, the yield reaches 55 tons per hectare.

Miracle Yudo

Miracle Yudo ripens in 80 days and delights with tender, melting pulp with an attractive taste and fragrant aroma. Externally, the melon is not particularly different from its counterparts, it has a round shape and a yellow tint, with a mesh pattern applied over the entire surface. The variety has good taste and commercial qualities.

When planting in open ground, it is recommended to maintain a distance of 50-80 cm between holes and plant in the place where cabbage, beans or potatoes grew. Seedlings are transplanted in May, when the 10-centimeter layer of soil has warmed up by 16 degrees.

Blondie

The Blondie F1 hybrid has an unusual appearance; it is presented in a gray-green color with lobed edges on the sides of a spherical melon. The pulp is bright orange, melting, with a high content of not only sugar, but also carotene, which makes the fruit even more healthy. The weight of the fruit is small, only 400-800 grams. Despite this, the commercial quality is high.

The hybrid is given high immunity, which can protect the plant from many fungal diseases. High and stable yields are observed.

"Cinderella"

The ripening period of the species is early; in just 61-73 days from the date of emergence, a mature harvest can be harvested. A plant with a climbing stem. The leaves are green, slightly dissected, and medium in size.

The melon is oval in shape, yellow on the outside, with a smooth skin, which is decorated with a dense mesh pattern. The weight of the fetus is 1.2 - 2.3 kg. The color of the pulp is soft cream, it tastes juicy and crispy, and has a thickness of 3.1 - 3.6 cm.

It is not recommended to transport fruits of this variety. Can be stored for 16 to 20 days. Tolerates low temperatures and heat well.

Seedlings should be planted no earlier than late spring to prevent them from overgrowing in the pot. After 26-31 days, it is recommended to drop the shoots. This procedure is carried out both indoors and outdoors.

In open ground, the plant is planted on an area of ​​145 x 110 cm, and in a greenhouse and under cover - 75 x 75 cm. The seedlings are transplanted after the third or fourth leaf appears on the stem. “Cinderella” does not need special care; it is enough to follow simple rules. You only need to water the plant with warm water, and don’t forget to feed it with fertilizers. The upper parts and unnecessary shoots of the melon must be removed in a timely manner. For preventive purposes, the plant must be treated with an antifungal compound.

Torpedo

Eating fresh torpedo can stabilize the functioning of the intestines and improve the properties of the immune system

A variety that is well known to Russians. The elongated yellow fruit has a rough mesh structure. The color of the honey pulp is white and even milky. Torpedoes ripen at the end of summer; they grow mainly in Central Asia. The variety tolerates transportation well, and that is why these melons can so often be found at Russian fruit fairs.

Torpedo is considered a late variety, so you should be wary of melons that sometimes appear in supermarkets before the end of August: most likely, stimulants were used for their growth.

For the first time, such melons were grown in Uzbekistan. There are all the conditions for torpedo growth - a hot and dry climate. The variety got its name due to its oblong shape. Torpedo is considered a dietary product; it is actively used in cooking (even the peels are used).

Benefits of melon

Melons were prescribed as a restorative for exhausted patients, since this berry contains many easily digestible carbohydrates, sugars and vitamins. It is also used as a diuretic or fasting product for specific melon diets. Previously, gonorrhea was treated with a decoction of melon seeds, although there is no scientific evidence for their effectiveness against this unpleasant disease. In addition, there is a theory that melon seeds help increase male strength. Whether this is true or not is not known for certain. But it is known that consuming seeds in large quantities has a negative effect on the spleen.

Unusual melon species

Description and photos of the main types and varieties of spathiphyllum

There is a huge variety of melon varieties in the world, which differ from their other counterparts in their unusual shape, color and other features. Most often these are early ripening varieties, because in most cases, exotic varieties of these melons grow in tropical and subtropical climates. These types include:

1. Bitter melon (or Indian cucumber, momordica). It is a dioecious vine, the height of which can reach up to 5 m. The fruits of this plant are very reminiscent of fruits, but it is still a vegetable. Their shape is elongated and oblong, in appearance it resembles a zucchini, which is covered in so-called warts. Inside, the fruit is covered with a thin layer of pulp over its entire area, densely packed with seeds and a jelly-like mass. It is called bitter because when ripe, the taste of the pulp becomes unbearable. It is for this reason that its fruits must be consumed only in an unripe state, having previously been cleared of seeds. This melon tastes very watery and is somewhat reminiscent of a cucumber.
2. Horned Melon (or Kiwano). It is a tall vine (up to 5 m). The fruit is small in size, 7-12 cm long, with juicy spines and green flesh. It tastes like a cross between a cucumber and a banana. It is used both fresh, adding it to salads and snacks, and pickled.

Horned Melon (or Kiwano)

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Collective farmer

Another variety that is often found on our shelves. In the Soviet Union, collective farm workers began to be actively raised in pre-war 1939. The variety was officially included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements of the state and was cultivated in the Astrakhan region, the North Caucasus, Siberia and even the Far East.

It is easy to recognize a collective farmer: she is spherical in shape, very compact in size and has a smooth orange-yellow crust. The variety ripens quickly enough and is not afraid of weather surprises. But despite the fact that melon tolerates transportation well and is not afraid of cold, the delicious and sugary fruit cannot be stored for a long time.

Growing fruits and caring for bushes

Experts in growing melons advise selecting soil in advance for planting yellow cantaloupe melon. Land for melons should be well illuminated by the sun and not exposed to cold winds. The best option for this type of activity is southern slopes.

Melon can be planted with seeds in the ground or seedlings can be obtained first. The seedling method is most often used in areas with cold climates. The soil for planting should be warmed up to 18 degrees. The soil should be loose and light so that air and moisture can easily pass through it.

In the fall, organic fertilizers are applied to the beds for planting melons at a rate of 5 kilograms per square meter. After planting seeds or seedlings, it is recommended to cover the seedlings with a transparent film to create a greenhouse effect and provide protection from insects.

Before flowering begins, the film is removed from the bushes. In hot weather, it is necessary to provide the bushes with sufficient moisture. Water is poured exclusively under the stem. Before the creeping stems are fully formed, all excess weeds around the bushes should be removed.

The bushes are pinched for better branching . During the period of active growth, plants need feeding. For this purpose, fertilizers containing nitrogen are used. After flowering is completed and during the formation of the ovary, they switch to potassium and phosphorus fertilizers.

Plant stems can be tied up to prevent them from curling on the ground. Some gardeners use low trellises for this and make special supports for the fruits.

Mid-season varieties

These varieties are harvested at the end of summer: the ripening period of melons is 70 -80 days.

Seeds are sown at the end of April, when the soil warms up. The signal for planting in the ground is 4 real strong leaves in a peat pot with seedlings.

Varieties known to gardeners:

Collective farmer. One of the most popular varieties. Ripening time, 80-95 days. Melon weight – 0.7 -1.3 kg. With shiny smooth skin, bright yellow or orange-golden in color, most often without a pattern. It transports well, but cannot be stored for a long time. Melon with creamy white, slightly crispy flesh. They love it for its sweet honey taste and aroma. The variety is suitable for canning - preserves, jams, candied fruits, but it is better to eat it fresh.

Varieties for central Russia

The Lazy Man's Dream (another name is the Sybarite's Dream). This is a relatively new variety, bred by Russian breeders. Gardeners note that the variety ripens in just 55 days. The fruits are collected small, slightly elongated. Weight is approximately 500 g, and the pulp has a pleasant taste, with a bright honey flavor. “A Lazy Man’s Dream” is resistant to disease, and is also easy to grow indoors: it pleases the eye with emerald greenery, lacy leaves, and even bears fruit in small melons – the size of a tennis ball.

Bargi. This is an early Central Asian variety that takes root in our beds. About 120 days pass before the harvest, after which summer residents collect oval, elongated-ovoid melons with smooth orange-yellow skin, medium in size. The taste of melon is unusual, slightly reminiscent of a pear and reminiscent of vanilla. The pulp is white.

Piel Sapo. This is a late variety - the harvest is harvested in early September. The fruits weigh about 2 kg each. Melons are dense, oval-shaped, slightly ribbed. The pulp is crispy, dense, fresh.

Dear summer residents and gardeners, no matter what variety you choose, any crop requires attention and care. Fruits and leaves are attacked by wireworms, spider mites, powdery mildew and fusarium. In order for the crop to produce a good harvest, watch the melons carefully, feed them and do not over-water. Then in the fall or already in the summer you will feast on amazingly juicy, aromatic fruits!

The sweetest

The delicious sweet fruit will please even the most demanding gourmet. All that remains is to choose the right variety and follow the conditions of agricultural technology.

Sybarita

The shape of melons of this variety is similar to kiwi. The plant is suitable for cultivation in southern climates. The maximum weight of the fruit reaches 0.6 kg, and up to 30 pieces are collected per square meter.

Radmila

Turkish early ripening variety with high yields. The pulp of the fruit is juicy and the aroma is strong. The harvest is suitable for transportation over long distances, as well as long-term storage without loss of marketability and taste.

Akmaral

Turkmen melon with juicy pulp with a slight pineapple flavor. The yield is high, the ripening period is mid-early. The fruits are suitable for transportation and storage.