Delice de la table Melon

Delice de la Table is a French heirloom melon, uncommon in North America but a staple in France. Its decorative ribbed exterior is striking in the garden, while the juicy, sweet orange flesh is perfect in a summer fruit salad. Fruits run 1 to 2 pounds each.

At a glance

• Type: French heirloom melon
• Heirloom, non-GMO seed
• Decorative ribbed exterior
• Juicy, sweet orange flesh
• Fruit weight: 1 to 2 pounds
• Packet price: $2.00

Best for

• Fresh summer eating
• Fruit salads
• Ornamental garden interest
• Gardeners seeking a rare French variety
• Warm-season plots

How to grow

Direct sow or transplant into warm, full-sun soil after frost. Give vines room and steady moisture. Harvest when fruits are fragrant and slip easily from the stem.

Flavor profile

Sweet and juicy with classic, aromatic orange-flesh melon flavor.

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