Melon 'Noir des Carmes'
(85 days)
25 seeds $3.00
HomeNoir des Carmes melon has deeply ribbed fruits with a black-green skin that turns mottled orange when ripe. The orange flesh has a complex flavor and lovely aroma. To avoid splitting, don't overwater near harvest time. 3 pounds.
French heirloom, grown by the Carmelite monks in the 1700's. See this video.
Sowing Melon 'Noir des Carmes' Seeds
Sow melon seeds outdoors after the last frost date, 1/2" deep. Space 2' apart in rows. Or sow in hills spaced 4-6' apart. Thin to 3 plants per hill. Full sun.
