Rock melon - Honeydew Fruit Seeds For Planting, Grow Sweet and Juicy Honeydew Melons at Home

Bring tropical sweetness to your garden with Rock Melon (Honeydew Melon) Seeds, a high-yield, non-GMO variety that produces smooth-skinned, sweet, and aromatic fruits. Perfect for home gardeners who love growing their own fresh melons, this honeydew variety thrives in warm climates and sunny spots. With its soft, juicy flesh and refreshing flavor, it’s an excellent choice for salads, smoothies, and desserts.

Features

• Sweet, Juicy Flavor: Produces rich, honey-like sweetness and smooth texture.

• High-Yield Variety: Consistent fruiting throughout the growing season.

• Non-GMO & Naturally Grown: Safe, sustainable choice for organic gardens.

• Heat-Loving Plant: Perfect for sunny backyards and summer gardens.

• Compact Growth: Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, or large containers.

• Excellent Storage: Fruits stay fresh for long periods after harvest.

Specifications

• Common Name: Rock Melon / Honeydew Melon

• Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. inodorus

• Seed Type: Non-GMO Fruit Seeds

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 – 11

• Growth Habit: Vining, warm-season annual

• Mature Height: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)

• Vine Spread: 3 – 6 feet (1 – 2 m)

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Watering Needs: Regular; keep soil moist but not soggy

• Germination Time: 7 – 14 days

• Planting Depth: 1/2 inch (1.3 cm)

• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer

• Temperature for Germination: 75 – 90°F (24 – 32°C)

• Days to Maturity: 80 – 100 days

• Fruit Size: 4 – 6 inches diameter (1.5 – 2 kg average)

• Fruit Color: Pale green flesh with creamy yellow rind

• Pollination: Requires insect pollination (self-fertile flowers)

• Uses: Fresh eating, smoothies, desserts, and fruit salads

Planting Guide

1. Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost date or sow directly outdoors when soil warms.

2. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in fertile, well-drained soil.

3. Space plants 2–3 feet apart in rows 4–6 feet apart.

4. Water deeply and regularly during flowering and fruiting.

5. Provide support or mulch under developing fruits to prevent rot.

6. Harvest when fruits turn creamy yellow and emit a sweet aroma.