Grow guide

Cantaloupe Hales Best Jumbo

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis 'Hales Best Jumbo'

Planting + spacing

Days to harvest
Harvest window
Spacing in row
48"
Row spacing
48"

Sun + water

Sun hours
6 hrs – 8 hrs
Water per week
2"
Container friendly
Prefers beds

Companions

Plant with

corn, beans, radish

Avoid

potato, fennel

Next steps

Add cantaloupe hales best jumbo to one of your gardens to generate spacing-aware layouts and watering reminders based on your zone.

Post-harvest storage tip

Store unwashed in a breathable container. Keep cool and inspect every few days for moisture build-up.

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