Red Seeded Citron Preserving Melon Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 29 and April 01.
The Red Seeded Citron melon, often used for preserving, is a unique variety of melon with a vibrant red interior and tough rind. This melon is primarily grown for its ability to make delicious preserves, jams, jellies, and pickles. The flesh is mildly sweet with a slight tang, making it perfect for processing into savory or sweet dishes that last through the seasons. The red flesh adds a burst of color to any preserved creation, while the firm, slightly spongy texture ensures that the melon retains its shape and flavor when canned or jarred. The Red Seeded Citron melon is an excellent choice for gardeners interested in preserving their harvest.
Features:
- Perfect for Preserving: The Red Seeded Citron is renowned for its ability to hold up well in preserves, jams, jellies, and pickles.
- Distinctive Red Flesh: The vibrant red interior adds a splash of color to canned and jarred creations, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious.
- Mildly Sweet with Tang: The flesh of the melon has a mild sweetness with a subtle tang, perfect for making a variety of preserved dishes.
- Firm Texture: The flesh holds up well during processing, maintaining its shape and texture after preservation.
- Heirloom Variety: A traditional melon variety with a long history of use in food preservation, offering a unique taste and texture.
Specifications:
- Plant Type: Annual melon
- Plant Height: Vining plant, can spread up to 6-8 feet
- Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically weighing 6-12 lbs
- Days to Maturity: 90-100 days
- Sowing Depth: 1 inch
- Row Spacing: 3-4 feet for proper vine growth
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during fruit development
- Ideal Temperature: 75-85 °F (24-29 °C)
The Red Seeded Citron Melon is a perfect choice for gardeners looking to add an heirloom variety to their garden with an emphasis on preserving for later enjoyment. Whether you're making pickles, jams, or jellies, this melon offers an unforgettable flavor and stunning color for all your culinary creations.
Dhara Seeds
Red Seeded Citron Preserving Melon Seeds
Estimated delivery between March 29 and April 01.
The Red Seeded Citron melon, often used for preserving, is a unique variety of melon with a vibrant red interior and tough rind. This melon is primarily grown for its ability to make delicious preserves, jams, jellies, and pickles. The flesh is mildly sweet with a slight tang, making it perfect for processing into savory or sweet dishes that last through the seasons. The red flesh adds a burst of color to any preserved creation, while the firm, slightly spongy texture ensures that the melon retains its shape and flavor when canned or jarred. The Red Seeded Citron melon is an excellent choice for gardeners interested in preserving their harvest.
Features:
- Perfect for Preserving: The Red Seeded Citron is renowned for its ability to hold up well in preserves, jams, jellies, and pickles.
- Distinctive Red Flesh: The vibrant red interior adds a splash of color to canned and jarred creations, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious.
- Mildly Sweet with Tang: The flesh of the melon has a mild sweetness with a subtle tang, perfect for making a variety of preserved dishes.
- Firm Texture: The flesh holds up well during processing, maintaining its shape and texture after preservation.
- Heirloom Variety: A traditional melon variety with a long history of use in food preservation, offering a unique taste and texture.
Specifications:
- Plant Type: Annual melon
- Plant Height: Vining plant, can spread up to 6-8 feet
- Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically weighing 6-12 lbs
- Days to Maturity: 90-100 days
- Sowing Depth: 1 inch
- Row Spacing: 3-4 feet for proper vine growth
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during fruit development
- Ideal Temperature: 75-85 °F (24-29 °C)
The Red Seeded Citron Melon is a perfect choice for gardeners looking to add an heirloom variety to their garden with an emphasis on preserving for later enjoyment. Whether you're making pickles, jams, or jellies, this melon offers an unforgettable flavor and stunning color for all your culinary creations.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.