Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe

Scientific Name: Cucumis melo 'Minnesota Midget'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 12"
W: 36"

planting zones

1-11

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Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe plant details

Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer green and yellow flowers emerge followed by green and orange fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: cucurbitaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: compact, culinary, edible, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Minnesota Midget Cantaloupe

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small but sweet! ‘Minnesota Midget’ is a productive cantaloupe of wee proportions that matures so quickly that even we fog-land folks stand a chance at getting them to sweeten up right! Each melon is around 6” in diameter, on compact & smallish vines that seldom exceed a 3’ spread. Flesh is yellow to orange & sweet to the rind. Cute factor aside, the size of the fruit makes it perfect for single servings. One half is perfect! In general, you should give melons the warmest spot you can & RICH SOIL! Resistant to fusarium wilt. Introduced in 1948 by the University of Minnesota. 60-75 days.