Melon 'Sweetheart'

Edible

Fruiting

The Sweetheart Melon Plant is a delightful addition to your garden, offering sweet, juicy melons that are perfect for fresh enjoyment. Whether planting in your garden or greenhouse, this hardy variety thrives in UK conditions, ensuring a bountiful harvest.

Fruit Characteristics

Size & Shape: Globe-shaped melons weighing approximately 600 grams
Appearance: Smooth grey-green skin with vibrant sweet orange flesh
Flavor: Mild aromatic sweetness, perfect for fresh eating

Growth Requirements

Sunlight: Requires full sun to flourish
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil, suitable for garden beds, greenhouses, and large containers
Variety: Hybrid variety known for early, heavy yields of quality fruits

Growing Tips

Plant one Sweetheart Melon Plant per 25cm pot or three per grow bag under glass
Provide support structures and tie stems as needed to manage growth
Hand pollination is recommended for optimal fruit set; remove male flowers after pollination
Encourage lateral growth by pinching growing tips

Harvest Information

Harvest Season: November to February, offering fresh melons during colder months
Yield: Expect early and plentiful harvests with consistent fruit size

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Details

Melons are a popular choice for gardeners due to their delicious, sweet fruits and vigorous growth. They are perfect for adding fresh fruit to garden beds, greenhouses, and large containers.

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds, greenhouses, and large containers
Produces sweet, juicy melons in late summer
Hardy and vigorous growth

What's Included

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Melons are versatile plants that add both beauty and delicious fruit to any garden. They are known for their sweet, juicy fruits and vigorous growth.

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds, greenhouses, and large containers
Produces sweet, juicy melons in late summer
Hardy and vigorous growth

Melons are versatile plants that add both beauty and delicious fruit to any garden. They are known for their sweet, juicy fruits and vigorous growth.

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds, greenhouses, and large containers
Produces sweet, juicy melons in late summer
Hardy and vigorous growth

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Large Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Greenhouse - Patio

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Large Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Greenhouse - Patio

Choose a sunny area for your Melon plants, whether in garden beds, greenhouses, or large containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Melons need full sun, so choose a spot with plenty of direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use large pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny area for your Melon plants, whether in garden beds, greenhouses, or large containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Melons need full sun, so choose a spot with plenty of direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use large pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Use high-quality compost and organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 1.2-1.5 meters apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Use high-quality compost and organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 1.2-1.5 meters apart for good air circulation

Melons are easy to care for and add both beauty and delicious fruit to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying sweet, homegrown melons.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Provide support with a trellis or netting if growing vertically
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and cucumber beetles; treat with suitable methods if needed

Melons are easy to care for and add both beauty and delicious fruit to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying sweet, homegrown melons.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Provide support with a trellis or netting if growing vertically
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and cucumber beetles; treat with suitable methods if needed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Support with a trellis or netting
Harvesting:	Harvest when the fruit is fully ripe and easily detaches from the vine

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Support with a trellis or netting
Harvesting:	Harvest when the fruit is fully ripe and easily detaches from the vine

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for melon plants?

Melon plants thrive in full sun, well-drained fertile soil, and warm temperatures. Regular watering is crucial, especially during fruit development, but avoid water logging.

How and when should I plant melons?

Plant melons in late spring when the soil has warmed. Space plants 2-3 feet apart in rows 6 feet apart. Use black plastic mulch to retain heat and moisture.

What pests and diseases affect melon plants, and how can I manage them?

Common pests include aphids, cucumber beetles, and spider mites. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil. Prevent diseases like powdery mildew and downy mildew by ensuring good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering.