I was lucky enough to score a Pecos cantaloupe from today’s Real Pecos Cantaloupe Pop Up Market! This market is run by the Mandujano family. They own the only farm left in Texas that grows Pecos cantaloupe, and once a year, they drive a load of melons to Austin and sell them out of the back of their truck. I saved the seeds from my cantaloupe and was wondering whether they will grow next spring if I plant them. Any tips or tricks from folks in this group?
by GretaHazelnut
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Yes they definitely will grow. This is an open pollinated heirloom variety. I’d be interested in some seeds, if you’re willing to trade or sell some.
Yeah but doesn’t the geographic location also pair in part with the heirloom genetics as well
Where is the pop up located?
I’ve grown them from seed I saved, go for it. Even better, get the Mandujanos to sell you some of their dirt. It’s all about the soil. Where is their farm?