Growing Zones 3 to 9
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Planting Season Spring
Fertilizer Type 6-6-6
Light Requirements Full Sun
Fragrant n
Edible Parts Fruit
Foliage Color Green
Fruit Color Orange flesh
Germination 7 to 14
Maturity 75
Spacing 4 ft to 5 ft
Hybrid / Open Pollinated: Open Pollinated
Genus Cucumis
Species melo
Subspecies Pike
Common Name Melon, Pike 

Melon, Pike 

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This Oregon heirloom was selected by Pike and Young Seeds in Monmouth, Oregon in the 1930's - the result of a cross between Spear and Heart of Gold. Originally bred for its ability to thrive in heavy, dry soil. When grown under these conditions, melons average about 3 lbs. each. However, when grown in rich, irrigated soils, their size doubles up to 7 lbs. Plants are vigorous and high yielding producing fruits that are heavily netted. Flesh is light-orange, fragrant, juicy and sweet. An excellent choice for both home gardens and farmers markets.

Growing Zone: 3 to 9

Light Requirements: Full Sun

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Growing Zones 3 to 9
Page Number of
Planting Season Spring
Fertilizer Type 6-6-6
Light Requirements Full Sun
Fragrant n
Edible Parts Fruit
Foliage Color Green
Fruit Color Orange flesh
Germination 7 to 14
Maturity 75
Spacing 4 ft to 5 ft
Hybrid / Open Pollinated: Open Pollinated
Genus Cucumis
Species melo
Subspecies Pike
Common Name Melon, Pike