{"product_id":"charentais-heirloom-melon-seeds-rare-french-mini-cantaloupe-by-lilianas-garden-usa-grown","title":"Charentais Heirloom Melon Seeds – Rare French Mini Cantaloupe by Liliana's Garden (USA Grown)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCharentais Melon: A Rare French Heirloom for Warm-Season Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Charentais melon (Cucumis melo Charentais) is celebrated for its perfume, bright orange flesh, and intensely sweet flavor. Plants yield small to medium melons, typically 2 to 3 pounds, with a rind that begins blue-green and gradually turns yellow as the fruit ripens. This open-pollinated variety shines in warm, sunny spots and can thrive in garden beds or large containers with good drainage and air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a deeply aromatic aroma and juicy, richly flavored flesh, Charentais delivers a gourmet feel in everyday fruit moments. The compact size makes it convenient for single servings or small-family dining. Early maturation supports multiple harvests in a season, especially when conditions stay warm and soil stays evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing and Harvesting Essentials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoil and sun: prefer warm, sunny sites with well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpacing: plant about 24–36 inches apart to give vines room to breathe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatering and mulch: steady moisture with mulch helps fruit stay clean and on the vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHarvest timing: 75–90 days after planting; harvest when rind turns yellow and the fruit yields with a gentle twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom Seed to Table: Packet Details and Seed Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 20 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGermination rate guaranteed at 85% minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated and non-GMO seeds grown in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a growing guide and tips for Charentais cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupport from Liliana's Garden for seed identification or troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePer packet yield: about 17 plants and roughly 130 pounds of melons in 90 days; about 4 melons per plant, ~2 pounds each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Charentais from Liliana's Garden?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiliana's Garden focuses on heirloom, open-pollinated seed varieties with a commitment to USA-sourced stock. The Charentais seeds offer reliable germination, a favorable fruit size for quick servings, and aromatic flavor that pairs well with summer salads, desserts, or simply enjoying fresh from the vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does Charentais take to mature after planting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Typically 75–90 days in warm, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are Liliana's Garden Charentais seeds open-pollinated and non-GMO?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, they are open-pollinated, non-GMO heirloom seeds grown in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Liliana's Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43987754614918,"sku":"B0CZ4DDSCJ","price":11.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/1602\/5478\/files\/lilianas-garden-charentais-melon-fruit-closeup.jpg?v=1778841467","url":"https:\/\/patiozora.com\/products\/charentais-heirloom-melon-seeds-rare-french-mini-cantaloupe-by-lilianas-garden-usa-grown","provider":"PatioZora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}