Hales Best Cantaloupe

Oh lovely sweet melon! Hale's best cantaloupe is one of the best known melons and very productive.

Cantaloupe seeds can be started inside 4 weeks before last frost or outside after soil has warmed. When transplanting outside do not disturb roots. Plant in soil mounds or hills and thin to 2 best plants per hill. Using a good quality garden fertilizer of your choice following manufacturer's directions will increase your yields.  Water during hot, dry periods.