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Banana Cantaloupe 'Banana Queen'

Cucumismelo

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Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis)

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Species

melo (MEL-oh)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Succulent

Textured

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Pale Yellow

Bright Yellow

Green

Bloom Time

Blooms repeatedly

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WillowWasp

Jones Creek, TX (Zone 9a) | July 2009 | positive

My Grandfather introduce me to this Cantalope and I do belive it is the sweetest of any others. It has a strong musky odor when ripe and ...Read More

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Banana Cantaloupe 'Banana Queen'

Cucumismelo

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