{"product_id":"melon-jenny-lind","title":"Melon - Jenny Lind","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Seed Count: 15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Victorian-era favorite with a flavor as delightful as its appearance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Jenny Lind Melon is a historic heirloom muskmelon known for its distinctive \"turban\" at the blossom end and its incredibly sweet, aromatic green flesh! Named after the famous Swedish opera singer \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJenny Lind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this charming melon became one of the most popular varieties grown in American gardens during the 1800s. Its compact size, rich fragrance, and delicious flavor continue to make it a favorite among heirloom enthusiasts today. A rare historic find!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"574\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCucumis melo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"657\"\u003ePlant Type: Annual vining melon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 75–85 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eFruit Weight: 1–2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eFruit Color: Green to tan netted rind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eFlesh Color: Bright green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Vigorous trailing vines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eDirect sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eSoil temperatures should be at least 70°F for best germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003ePlant seeds ½–1 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 5–10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eChoose a location with full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eSpace plants 24–36 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eAllow plenty of room for vines to spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eGrow in fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eFull sun (8+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eWarm temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eRich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eConsistent moisture during growth and fruit development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eWater deeply during flowering and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eReduce watering slightly as fruits ripen to concentrate sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eFertilize periodically throughout the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eMulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eHarvest when fruits become fragrant and begin to slip easily from the vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eThe rind will develop a golden cast as fruits mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eBest enjoyed fresh at peak ripeness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eIntroduced in the mid-1800s, Jenny Lind Melon was named in honor of the internationally celebrated Swedish soprano Jenny Lind, often called \"The Swedish Nightingale.\" The variety quickly gained popularity in the United States for its unique appearance, early maturity, and exceptional sweetness. More than 150 years later, it remains one of the most beloved heirloom melons still in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beebe Seed Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49928931803375,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/8451\/6335\/files\/3A047358-702C-4C9A-A341-1C0CB5C85ED3.jpg?v=1782167632","url":"https:\/\/beebeseeds.com\/products\/melon-jenny-lind","provider":"Beebe Seed Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}