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Cantaloupe

Melon
A muskmelon (Cucumis melo) with netted skin and sweet, aromatic orange flesh. Popular varieties include `Hale's Best Jumbo` and `Hearts of Gold`.

Growing Environment

  • Soil Texture: Loamy Soil

    Balanced mix of sand, silt, and clay, well-draining but retains moisture, highly fertile.

  • pH Range: 6.6 - 7.3

    Optimal for a wide range of plants, nutrient availability is high.

  • Organic Matter: Moderate (2% - 4%)

    Adequate organic matter levels, common in well-managed agricultural soils.

  • Salinity Level: < 2 (Non-Saline)

    Very low salinity, ideal for most crops.
    Impact: No adverse effects on plant growth. Suitable for a wide variety of crops.

  • Hardiness Zone: 10B (Min: 35°F, Max: 40°F)
  • Humidity: Moderate

    Comfortable for most plants; typical for temperate regions.
    Impact: Generally ideal for most crops and plants; supports healthy growth and development.

  • Water Requirement: 1 - 2 inches per week

Nutrient Profile

  • Iodine (1 - 16)

    A micronutrient essential for thyroid function and metabolism in animals.