Growing Melons: Watermelon, Cantaloupe and More - Ep. 155

There are few things that taste like summer quite like cantaloupe or watermelon. These hydrating favorites can sometimes be a little mystifying for new gardeners to grow. And what's the difference between a crenshaw and a canary melon?

On today’s episode, we’re digging into all things melon. What does it take to grow them, can they cross-pollinate, and what’s the trick to picking a truly ripe watermelon? Let's Dig in!
Episode References and Citations:
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Paris, Harry S. (August 2015). "Origin and emergence of the sweet dessert watermelon, Citrullus lanatus". Annals of Botany. 116 (2): 133–148. doi:10.1093/aob/mcv077. PMC 4512189. PMID 26141130.
Strauss, Mark (21 August 2015). "The 5,000-Year Secret History of the Watermelon". National Geographic News.
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Marion Eugene Ensminger; Audrey H. Ensminger (1993). "Cantaloupe". Foods & Nutrition Encyclopedia (2nd Edition, Volume 1 ed.). CRC Press. pp. 329–331. ISBN 084938981X.
Melons: Cantaloupe, Muskmelon, Honeydew, Crenshaw, Casaba, etc. | College of Agricultural Sciences (oregonstate.edu)
Watermelon | College of Agricultural Sciences (oregonstate.edu)
Explore Cornell - Home Gardening - Vegetable Growing Guides – Watermelon Growing Guide
Explore Cornell - Home Gardening - Vegetable Growing Guides – Melon Growing Guide
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