Melon pineapple seeds
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Product description
Common name: Pineapple Melon
Scientific name: Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
Also called: Pineapple Melon, Fragrant Melon, Fragrant Cantaloupe, Honey Melon, Mongaoui Melon
Original habitat of Pineapple Melon plant:
Generally, melons originate from the Mediterranean basin and Western Asia, and Pineapple Melon has developed as a distinctive fragrant variety in the Mediterranean regions and North America, characterized by its strong aroma and unique taste.
Description of Pineapple Melon plant:
Herbaceous, creeping, annual plant, fast-growing, extending on the ground with long, branched stems and broad green leaves. It produces round or oval fruits with a rough, netted rind and an outer color tending to beige, while the interior flesh is creamy yellow or pale orange with a sweet taste and pineapple-like flavor.
Description of Pineapple Melon flower:
Small yellow flowers, unisexual (male and female), opening along the stems. Insects, especially bees, play a key role in pollination and fruiting.
Uses and benefits of Pineapple Melon plant:
Eaten fresh as a source rich in fluids and vitamins.
Used in juices, salads, and summer desserts.
A good source of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Helpful in hydrating the body and improving digestion.
Distinguished by a refreshing aromatic scent resembling pineapple, making it unique among other melon varieties.
Suitable climate for Pineapple Melon plant:
Prefers warm and sunny climate.
Needs moderate to high heat during the day, with slight coolness at night.
Cannot tolerate frost and should be planted after the cold has passed.
Suitable soil for Pineapple Melon plant:
Grown in light, well-ventilated, and well-drained soil.
Prefers sandy or loamy soil rich in organic matter.
Soil should be warm (above 18°C) at planting.
Propagation method for Pineapple Melon plant:
Propagated by direct seeds in the ground or inside seed trays.
Planting time for Pineapple Melon:
Planted in spring after the frost ends (March to May depending on the region).
Can also be grown in summer in high-altitude or moderate-temperature areas.
Method of planting Pineapple Melon seeds:
Seeds are planted at a depth of 1.5–2 cm in the soil.
Maintain a distance of 60–80 cm between plants, and 100–150 cm between rows.
Seedlings appear within 5–10 days.
Water the plant moderately, reducing watering when fruits mature to increase sugar content.
Fertilization method for Pineapple Melon:
Preferably fertilize the soil with organic compost before planting.
During growth, use a balanced fertilizer (such as NPK 20-20-20) every 2–3 weeks.
When flowering and fruiting begin, increase potassium to improve taste and size.



