Moon & Stars-Van Doren
(Citrullus lanatus)
Originally introduced in 1926 by Peter Henderson and Company. Thought to be extinct until it was re-discovered near Macon, Missouri growing in the garden of Merle Van Doren. Fruits and foliage are green spotted with yellow, fruits almost always have one larger moon. Not just a novelty, this is a very good eating melon too. Fruits weight 15-20 pounds and have sweet pink flesh. 95-100 days.
Extra Information
Average Seeds Per Ounce: 275
Certified Organic by MOSA
Vegetable Duration: Annual
Vegetable Days to Maturity: 80
Vegetable Spacing: 5′ to 6′
Germ. 80% plus.
Vegetable Planting: Direct sow outside after danger of last frost. Plant in hills of 2-3 plants per hill at 60′-72′ apart, and 1′ below soil surface.
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