Melon 'Petit Gris de Rennes'

Petit Gris de Rennes is one of the best Charentais-type French melons. It has a beautiful sea-green rind. The firm, juicy flesh is sweet and flavorful. It begins to crack when fully ripe, so check the melon patch often. The medium-small fruits weigh 2-4 pounds.

This French heirloom was first discovered in the garden of the Bishop of Rennes around 1636. It has been treasured and preserved by seed savers for many generations.

Sowing Melon Seeds

Sow melon seeds outdoors one week after the last frost date, 1/2" deep. Space plants 2 feet apart in rows. Or sow in hills spaced 4-6 feet apart. Thin to 3 plants per hill. Full sun.

Home-grown seeds.