Cantaloupe, Galia 'Winner'

Cucumismelo

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucumis (KOO-koo-mis)
Species
melo (MEL-oh)
Synonym
Cucumis melo var. inodorus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | January 2012 | neutral

"Winner is a hybrid, Galia melon with a strong disease tolerance package, mid-season maturity and large size. This variety is characteri...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2009 | neutral

A large Galia type with green flesh. Strong vines and a good shipper. Tolerant to Fusarium Wilt Race 0 & 1, Powdery Mildew Race 1 & 2, Al...Read More

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