Grow large, nutritious winter melons with premium Benincasa Hispida Seeds. Ideal for home kitchen gardens and open-field cultivation, this variety produces healthy, high-yield melons perfect for cooking, stews, and tropical vegetable gardens.

Features:

1. Benincasa Hispida seeds for high-yield winter melons
2. Produces large, healthy, and nutritious fruits
3. Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and field cultivation
4. Heirloom, non-GMO, and high germination rate
5. Easy to grow with proper care and soil preparation

Specifications:

1. Scientific Name: Benincasa hispida
2. Common Name: Winter Melon
3. Packet Quantity: Varies by seller
4. Planting Season: Spring to early summer
5. USDA Hardiness Zones: 711 (annual)
6. Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
7. Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost or organic matter
8. Planting Depth: 12 cm
9. Germination Time: 714 days
10. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development
11. Growth Habit: Vigorous vining plant with trailing or climbing habit
12. Maturity Time: 90120 days for harvest
13. Care Tips: Provide trellis support for better fruit quality, mulch to retain moisture, and protect from pests and diseases

Growing Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in garden beds or raised beds after the last frost.
2. Space plants 34 feet apart with adequate room for vines to spread.
3. Water regularly and provide trellis or support for vine growth.