This melon hails from Chico California, grown by John Bidwell (1819-1900), a Civil War General and U.S. Senator who procured his stock-se...Read Moreed from the USDA in 1869. An enormous melon, so big that you will not believe it is true! Our seed field at Heritage Farm was loaded with 12-14" long by 9" wide fruits weighing 12-16 pounds each. Sweet orange flesh. 90-95 days.
This melon hails from Chico California, grown by John Bidwell (1819-1900), a Civil War General and U.S. Senator who procured his stock-se...Read More