Sakata's Sweet Melon seeds
Sakata's sweet melon is a Japanese heirloom that has been reintroduced in markets in more recent years. This variety was grown in Japan and China for thousands of years. It has recently been rebranded and renamed Sakata's sweet melon. The melons are softball-sized and will start light green to almost white, but mature into a yellow color. This melon is distinct in that it isn't round, but a little misshapen. The bottom has a "notch" similar to how a buttercup squash has on the bottom. The skin is extremely thin, so there is no need to cut or peel it away. The melon looks extremely close to honeydew and tastes very similar as well. The flesh is crisper and grainier and not as soft as the honeydew, but it is said to be much sweeter and slightly floral. These melons are perfect for trellising due to their small size. Each melon can fit in the palm of your hand. These can be grown in containers, along fences, etc.
Seed count: 25
Botanic name:
Cucumis melo
Plant spacing:
5-6 feet apart
Color:
Light green interior and exterior
Sowing depth:
1/4-1/2 inch
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Sakata's Sweet Melon is extremely sweet and can be eaten as a dessert by itself. It can also be frozen and made into popsicles, frozen smoothies, sorbet, daiquiris, and fruit salads.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
90-100 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes, grow in containers that are at least 38 inches accross
Other names:
Asian Green Melon
Vine Habit:
