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Tiger Melon

Tiger Melon

The Tiger Melon, also known as the Tigger Melon, is a visually striking and flavorful melon variety that captures the imagination of gardeners and food enthusiasts alike. This warm-season crop produces small to medium-sized melons with a striking, yellow-orange skin adorned with dark green tiger-like stripes. Beyond its ornamental appeal, the Tiger Melon offers a sweet and tropical flavor that is reminiscent of a mix between cantaloupe and honeydew. Gardeners will appreciate its compact vine size and ability to thrive in containers or small garden spaces. The Tiger Melon's distinctive appearance and delectable taste make it a fantastic choice for fresh eating, fruit salads, or garnishing desserts, adding a splash of color and flavor to culinary creations.

Kind :           cucumis melo var reticulatus

  Season :       summer to fall

Maturity :     80-90 days

  Plant size :     vining plant with 10 to 25 cm long stems

Shape :           round to oval fruit with netted or smooth rinds

  Color :           light Orange with yellow rind and ivory flesh

  Suggested spacing :   18 to 24 cm between rows, 10 to 12 cm between seeds