Golden Beauty Casaba Melon is a variety of casaba melons known for its golden-yellow skin, sweet and mild flavor, and crisp texture. They are typically harvested in late summer to early fall.
To grow Golden Beauty Casaba Melon, you will need:
- Well-drained, sandy soil
- Full sun
- Warm temperatures (70-80F is ideal)
- Seeds or seedlings
Growing Instructions:
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Prepare the soil by tilling or digging to a depth of at least 8 inches. Add compost or other organic matter to improve the soil's fertility.
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Sow the seeds or transplant seedlings after all danger of frost has passed. Space the plants about 36 inches apart, and cover with 1/4 inch of soil.
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Water the melon regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize the melon with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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Train the melon vine to grow on a trellis or fence for better air circulation and ease of harvest.
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Harvest the melon when the skin turns golden-yellow and the stem separates easily from the vine.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the soil, sow seeds or transplant seedlings |
| 2-4 | Water regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
| 4-6 | Fertilize every 4-6 weeks |
| 8-10 | Train melon vine to grow on trellis or fence |
| 12 | Harvest when the skin turns golden-yellow and stem separates easily from the vine |