Melon 'Plum Granny'

Cucumis melo

How to grow Melon 'Plum Granny'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Plum Granny is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Plum Granny needs a potting mix and loamy soil with a ph of 6.1 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Plum Granny from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.88 feet (58.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.5 inches (1.27 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 21°C / 70°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Plum Granny about 14 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Plum Granny

Plum Granny is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Plum Granny

Two to three inches wide.

Other Names for Melon 'Plum Granny'

Queen Anne’s Pocket