Melon, Hearts of Gold, Muskmelon - Cucumis melo

Once the most popular melon in the Midwest, this 2–3 lb orange-fleshed muskmelon with a thin rind and thick flesh still deserves its good reputation. The rich flavor speaks of summer itself—juicy, fragrant, sweetly delish. Vigorous vines easily kick out two ribbed and netted fruits per plant. Introduced at the end of the 1800s as one of the first “modern” melons, it’s now been around long enough to be considered an heirloom. Keep on searching for a heart of gold, but first take a sweet melon break.

Days to Maturity:  84