Charentais Cantaloupe Melon Seeds

The Charentais cantaloupe is a traditional melon variety, highly prized for its intense fragrance, juicy orange flesh, and exquisitely sweet taste. Its round fruits, with slightly ribbed skin, offer a true dose of sunshine in every bite.

It thrives when exposed to plenty of sunlight. Ideal for growing outdoors, in a greenhouse, or in an aquaponic system.

🍈 An exceptional tasting

Perfect as a starter, a fruity dessert, in summer salads, or served with cured ham, the Charentais Cantaloupe melon delights with its sweetness and melt-in-the-mouth texture. It's also ideal for making refreshing smoothies.

🌱 Tips for successful sowing

1. Semi-heated shelter : from March to April, at 22-25°C.
2. Rise : in 7 to 10 days.
3. Spacing : 80 to 100 cm between plants.
4. Tip : Prune plants to encourage the production of large fruits.

🧑‍🌾 Harvesting and growing tips

Harvesting takes place from July to September. The fruits are ready to be picked when the crack around the stalk is clearly visible and the aroma is intense.

Kokopelli is a French association committed to preserving cultivated biodiversity. It offers free, reproducible seeds from organic farming, free from GMOs and chemical treatments.

For over 20 years, Kokopelli has supported a resilient, autonomous agricultural model that respects natural cycles, by distributing old and peasant varieties adapted to all forms of gardening, from family vegetable gardens to professional market gardening.