Tree Melon Seeds - Fruit Plant

Tree Melon is a warm-season fruiting plant known for its vigorous climbing or trailing vine growth habit and production of elongated melon fruits. It is commonly grown in home gardens and seasonal fruit beds where it can be trained on trellises or allowed to spread on the ground. The plant thrives in warm climates and produces fruit during the summer season. Tree Melon performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.

Features

• Fast-growing fruiting vine plant
• Produces elongated melon-type fruits
• Suitable for trellises and ground cultivation
• Adapted to warm climates
• High seasonal fruit production potential
• Suitable for home and kitchen gardens
• Performs well in fertile soil conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. flexuosus (commonly used classification)
• Common Name (US): Tree Melon
• Seed Type / Variety: Fruit Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual trailing or climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 3-11 (grown as warm-season annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 70-90°F (21-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: Vine length 6-12 feet
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart