Damaris is an oval-shaped, extended shelf life melon with a solid disease package. Features a tight cavity with firm flesh.
V31020 : Damaris | ||
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Treatment | * Pkg Size | ** Price (USD) |
FarMore FI400 | 100 seeds | $17.70 |
FarMore FI400 | 500 seeds | $69.60 |
FarMore FI400 | 1M seeds | $99.40 |
FarMore FI400 | 5M seeds | $481.50 |
* M = 1,000 ** US customer prices shown in USD. *** Canadian customers, please log in to see CA prices in USD. |
When direct seeding plant ½” - 1” deep. Soil temperature should be 75 - 85ºF. Five to six feet is the recommended row spacing with 18 - 24 inches between plants. If starting with transplants sow 3 - 5 weeks prior to planting outside.
To ensure high yields, place pollinators near fields. A melon needs to be visited by a bee three times to ensure proper pollination. Scout every 7 days for weed, insect, and disease pressure. Contact your local extension agent or consult the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide for identification and treatment options.
Harvest 30 - 35 days after pollination. If shipping, pick at half slip. When picking for fresh market, pick at ¾ to full slip. Wash fruit in peroxyacetic acid (peroxide and acetic acid), as a non-chlorine sanitizing option.
Cool to at least 70ºF and at 95% humidity. Shelf life is based on storage temperature. Do not cool below 32ºF.