Melon Emir F1 Item Number: 12906

Unit Price £1.65 QTY

Description Tolerant to low temperatures, round oval shape with a greyish-green peel colour, turning orange when maturing. Very tasty, fragrent and sweet.

Seed Count: 10

WHEN TO SOW
Fabruary to May
WHERE TO SOW
Sow the seeds edgewise 2cm (3/4") deep in individual 9cm (3 1/2") pots under glass at a constant day and nighttemperature of approx. 24oC.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
After 3 weeks the temperature can be lowered to 16oC. As soon s the seedlings have formed rough leaves transplant into 15cm (6") pots. When the plants are about 10cm (4") tall, plant out in grow bags or glasshouse border. Provide support for plants and the resultant fruits.
HANDY TIP
The fruits need support individually as they mature. A top dressing of nitrogen fertilizer will encourage abundant growth. Pick fruits as they ripen to encourage further development.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
Contains vitamin C, beta carotene and potassium.