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Delicious 51 Cantaloupe Heirloom

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Cucumis melo. A melon variety loved for its sweet flavour and juicy flesh. From the cucurbit family, this cantaloupe variety is grown for its taste quality and pleasant texture. "Delicious 51" cantaloupe fruits are medium to large, with a clean, ribbed outer skin that generally turns from beige to orange...

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Cucumis melo.

A melon variety loved for its sweet flavour and juicy flesh. From the cucurbit family, this cantaloupe variety is grown for its taste quality and pleasant texture.

"Delicious 51" cantaloupe fruits are medium to large, with a clean, ribbed outer skin that generally turns from beige to orange at maturity. The flesh inside is bright orange and offers a tender, melting texture.

The "Delicious 51" flavour is characterized by pronounced sweetness and delicate aroma. Melons of this variety are often loved for their balance between sweet and fresh, which makes them delicious as a refreshing summer snack or as a sweet addition to fruit salads.

Generally grown in warm, sunny climates, "Delicious 51" cantaloupe is well-suited to gardens and fields in cooler climates. It needs well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, and benefits from sun exposure for optimal development.

This cantaloupe variety is often prized for its productivity and ease of growth, which makes it a popular choice among gardening enthusiasts looking to grow tasty melons at home. With its succulent taste and juicy flesh, "Delicious 51" cantaloupe remains a summer treat treasured by growers.

  • Open-pollinated.
  • Resistant to several common diseases.
  • Produces ~2-3 lb (0.9-1.3 kg) fruits in ~83 days.