Traditional variety with finely meshed fruits.

Hales Best Jumbo comes from the motherland of melons.

It is powdery mildew tolerant and is suitable for growing in a greenhouse, in a cold frame or outdoors in warm locations.

As a rule, it also works well outdoors in Central Europe.

Ripening time: about 85-90 days.

Melons grow moderately and require around 1-2 square meters per plant.

Melons enjoy a mulching film.

In a nice and warm summer, the pulp contains more sugar than in a cold summer.

The seeds are sown indoors from the beginning of April at 24-28 ° C directly with 1-2 seeds in the small pot (do not keep the pots too moist) or from mid-May outdoors in a warm location. The harvest takes place in warm locations from mid-July.

Possible pests: lice, mice, powdery mildew.