Annual Fruits

'Primo' melons are typically grown in the cool season. The interior melon produces thick, dark orange flesh and medium cavity. The exterior of the melon produces heavy netting and slight indentation. Delivers size and sugar content even under cool conditions.

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Mature Size:

• Height: 36 - 48"

• Width: 36 - 48"

Photos and Data Courtesy of Stokes Seeds

Crimson Sweet produces round melons averaging 25 lbs. (11 kg), with light green and dark green stripes. The inside has sweet, firm, bright red flesh. Watermelons are ready to harvest when the fruit has grown to full size.

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Mature Size:

• Height: 18 - 24"

• Width: 72 - 84"

Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed

Honeydew melons are characterized by a large, round shape and smooth, creamy yellow rind. Their flesh is light green, juicy, and sweet. The honeydew is a smooth-skinned variety which changes from pale green to creamy yellow color as it ripens.

Honeydew needs heat, so do not plant out until the soil and the nights are warm.

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Mature Size:

• Height: 36 - 48"

• Width: 36 - 48"

Sugar Baby saves space in the garden and in the refrigerator. The only thing oversized is its rich and incredibly sweet taste. Its compact vines produce plenty of 6 to 10-lb. (3 to 4.5-kg) fruits packed with sweet red-orange flesh. This variety is perfect for any small-space garden!

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Mature Size:

• Height: 18 - 24"

• Width: 72 - 84"

Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed