Melon 'D'alger'

Cucumis melo

How to grow Melon 'D'alger'

  • Medium

Water when dry but hold off water when the fruit is ripening to enhance sweetness.

Keep in mind when planting that D'alger is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing D'alger from seed

Easy to germinate. Sow in situ in warm areas or in punnets in cooler areas.

Transplanting D'alger

Do not allow to become rootbound before transplanting.

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 18°C / 64°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as D'alger is a tender plant.

Harvesting D'alger

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late summer.