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Minnesota Melon Seeds
Minnesota Melon, commonly known as Minnesota Midget Melon, is an early-maturing heirloom muskmelon variety developed by the University of Minnesota. It produces small, round fruits with sweet, juicy golden-orange flesh and a pleasant melon flavor. Its compact vines make it suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and container growing.
Minnesota Midget
Sweet Orange Flesh
Heirloom Melon
Compact Vines
Key Features
Small Round Fruits
Develops approximately 4-inch round melons ideal for individual servings.
Early Maturity
Produces harvestable fruits in approximately 60–70 days under suitable conditions.
Compact Growth
Features short, productive vines suitable for smaller gardens and containers.
Product Highlights
Heirloom muskmelon variety
Sweet golden-orange flesh
Approximately 4-inch fruits
Early 60–70 day maturity
Compact and productive vines
Suitable for container gardens
Fusarium wilt resistance
Ideal for fresh eating
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Cucumis melo |
| Common Name | Minnesota Melon; Minnesota Midget Melon |
| Plant Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Seed Type | Fruit Seeds |
| Variety Type | Heirloom Muskmelon |
| Fruit Color | Golden-yellow to orange flesh |
| Fruit Shape | Round |
| Fruit Size | Approximately 4 inches |
| Growth Habit | Compact trailing vines |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 3–9 as a warm-season annual |
| Planting Season | Spring after the last frost |
| Seed Starting | Direct sow in warm soil or start indoors 2–4 weeks before transplanting |
| Germination Time | 5–10 days |
| Germination Temperature | 70–90°F |
| Days to Maturity | 60–70 days |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Regular watering with consistent soil moisture |
| Mature Vine Length | Approximately 3 feet |
| Plant Spacing | 24–36 inches |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Choose a sunny planting location and prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Start seeds indoors if growing in a short-season climate.
Choose a sunny planting location and prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Start seeds indoors if growing in a short-season climate.
Step 2: Sow the Seeds
Plant seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in warm soil. Sow 2–3 seeds per planting mound.
Plant seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in warm soil. Sow 2–3 seeds per planting mound.
Step 3: Thin the Seedlings
Once seedlings develop, thin them to the strongest plant in each mound.
Once seedlings develop, thin them to the strongest plant in each mound.
Step 4: Provide Water and Sunlight
Grow in full sunlight and water regularly. Maintain consistent soil moisture during fruit development.
Grow in full sunlight and water regularly. Maintain consistent soil moisture during fruit development.
Step 5: Harvest the Melons
Harvest when the fruits develop a sweet aroma, golden coloring, and separate easily from the vine at the stem attachment.
Harvest when the fruits develop a sweet aroma, golden coloring, and separate easily from the vine at the stem attachment.
Grow Sweet Minnesota Midget Melons
Enjoy growing Minnesota Melon for its sweet golden-orange flesh, compact vines, and early harvest. These productive heirloom melons are a great addition to home vegetable gardens and container growing spaces. Provide full sun, warm soil, and regular watering for healthy growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful information about Minnesota Melon size, growing conditions, and harvesting.
How big do Minnesota Midget melons get?
Minnesota Midget melons typically grow approximately 4 inches in diameter. Their small, round fruits have thick, sweet golden-orange flesh, making them suitable for individual servings and fresh eating.
Can Minnesota Midget melons grow in containers?
Yes. Minnesota Midget is a compact melon variety with vines approximately 3 feet long. It can grow in large containers with fertile, well-drained soil, full sunlight, and consistent watering. Choose a container with adequate drainage and enough room for vine growth.
How do you know when Minnesota Midget melons are ready to harvest?
Minnesota Midget melons are ready when the fruit develops a sweet aroma, the rind changes toward golden coloring, and the stem begins separating naturally from the fruit. Harvesting at full slip helps ensure the melon has developed its best sweetness and flavor.