Golden Honeymoon Melon with melon balls on a white background.
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon
Golden Honeymoon Melon with melon balls on a white background.
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon
Melon Seeds, Golden Honeymoon

Melon Seeds,
Golden Honeymoon

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Description

(Cucumis melo). A honeydew melon with a brilliant, gold rind and delicious green flesh; unique flavor. Two weeks earlier than regular honeydew; excellent yields. Will rarely sunburn; a great keeper, unique and rare!

Growing Tips: Golden Honeymoon melons flourish in warm, fertile soil with full sunlight and consistent watering. Their pale green flesh and golden-yellow skin offer a sweet, refreshing flavor. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain even soil temperature. Adequate spacing between plants encourages healthy air flow and reduces the risk of mildew or fungal disease.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Cucumis melo
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Vining
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
4–14
Days to Maturity
80–90
Planting Depth
½–¾ in.
Plant Spacing
18–24 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–90°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil has warmed to at least 70°F, or start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks early for a head start in cooler regions. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Plant seeds 1/2 to 3/4 inch deep in rows 4–6 feet apart, with plants spaced 18–24 inches apart. You may also plant in hills, sowing 2–3 seeds per hill and thinning to the strongest seedling. Early use of row covers can help boost growth and protect against insect pests.

How to Grow

Water deeply once or twice a week, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with compost or an organic blend when vines begin running and again at flowering. Provide support if trellising, and ensure fruits are cradled with slings. Harvest when melons develop a rich yellow skin tone and give off a sweet, fruity aroma.

How to Save Seeds

Note: if you are planning to save seeds, you must isolate Cucumis melo varieties from each other to prevent cross-pollination, or bag the flowers and hand-pollinate them

  • Let fruits fully ripen and begin to soften on the vine
  • Cut the melon open and scoop out seeds
  • Place seeds in a bowl of water and ferment for 1–2 days
  • Rinse and remove floating debris
  • Spread seeds on a screen or paper towel to dry thoroughly
  • Store in a cool, dry, dark place in labeled envelopes for up to 5 years

FAQ

Are Golden Honeymoon melons resistant to pests and diseases?

Golden Honeymoon melons are moderately disease resistant but can still be affected by powdery mildew and cucumber beetles. Use mulch, crop rotation, and row covers early on to reduce pest and disease pressure.

How large do Golden Honeymoon melons grow?

Golden Honeymoon melons typically reach 3 to 5 pounds at full maturity. Their compact yet vigorous vines make them ideal for garden beds or large containers with room for sprawling or vertical growth.

How do I know when Golden Honeymoon melons are ripe?

Golden Honeymoon melons are ready to harvest when the rind deepens to a full gold, the blossom end softens slightly and gives to gentle thumb pressure, and the fruit turns fragrant. Honeydew types do not slip from the vine, so cut the stem with shears rather than waiting for the melon to separate on its own.

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Customer reviews

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What gardeners are saying

  • Sweet, rich flavor: Sweet, rich, perfumed honeydew; kids and guests love it.

  • Prolific vines: Many melons per vine, picked through late summer.

  • Easy to grow: Happy on the ground or trained up a trellis.

  • Smaller fruit: Melons run small, around 1.5 to 2.5 pounds.

  • Heads up: Fruit does not slip; pick when the skin turns deep gold.

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