{"product_id":"cantaloupe","title":"Cantaloupe | Delicious 51","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow sweet, fragrant, and mouthwatering cantaloupes of Delicious 51 right in your home garden. Developed specifically for cooler northern short-season climates, this exceptional open-pollinated heirloom variety is a cherished favorite, renowned for its medium-to-large 3- to 5-pound oval melons with fine netting, thick, aromatic salmon-orange flesh, and an intensely sweet flavor that brings pure summer joy to your harvest table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vigorous vines perform exceptionally well in warm garden beds, raised mounds, or large patches, producing reliable yields of mouthwatering muskmelons all summer long. Direct sow seeds or start indoors in early spring for Canada's growing climate, as Delicious 51 thrives in full sun and summer heat while offering natural resistance to Fusarium wilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Delicious 51 Cantaloupes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecially bred heirloom for northern short-season performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick, fragrant salmon-orange flesh with an exceptionally sweet, juicy flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-to-large 3–5 lb oval melons with attractive fine netting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural resistance to Fusarium wilt for healthy, vigorous growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 80–85 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 20-25 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Delicious 51 Cantaloupe from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart cantaloupe seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before your last spring frost date using peat pots or paper pots, as melon roots are sensitive to transplant shock. Sow seeds 13–25 mm (1\/2 to 1 inch) deep in rich, sterile seed-starting mix, keeping soil temperatures warm around 24–29°C (75–85°F) for rapid germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, direct sow seeds outdoors in late spring once all frost danger has passed and soil has thoroughly warmed to at least 21°C (70°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarden off indoor seedlings carefully and plant outdoors in full sun, choosing loose, fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost. Plant in raised mounds or hills spaced 1.5–1.8 meters (5–6 feet) apart, placing 2–3 plants per hill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply and consistently while vines are establishing. As fruits reach full size and netting develops, reduce watering slightly to concentrate natural sugars for maximum sweetness. Harvest when melons slip easily from the vine with gentle pressure and develop a sweet aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Cantaloupes in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicious 51 cantaloupe is exceptionally well-suited for Canadian home growers thanks to its breeding tailored for cooler northern growing conditions. Giving seeds an early indoor start under grow lights ensures vines maximize heat units during peak midsummer sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting on dark garden soil, raised beds, or using black landscape fabric helps retain soil warmth, encouraging rapid vine growth and early fruit set across regional growing zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Cantaloupe_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1792358101\" title=\"How To Grow Cantaloupe in Canad | Complete Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow To Grow Cantaloupe in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelicious 51 Cantaloupe Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucumis melo \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/cantaloupe-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; 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With its luscious sweetness, rich salmon flesh, and exceptional short-season performance, Delicious 51 is an essential addition to your Canadian summer vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your seeds this season and enjoy the pure delight of home-grown melons!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50976660816175,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/cantaloupe1.jpg?v=1738471009","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/cantaloupe","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}