{"product_id":"melon-petit-gris-de-rennes-ab","title":"MELON PETIT GRIS DE RENNES AB","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"204\" data-start=\"31\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-end=\"64\" data-start=\"34\"\u003ePetit Gris de Rennes melon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a productive, vigorous, and resistant variety, adapted to various climates, including those north of the Loire. Here are its characteristics: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"761\" data-start=\"206\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"311\" data-start=\"206\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"208\"\u003eFruits\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium, \u003cstrong data-end=\"249\" data-start=\"232\"\u003e500 g to 800 g\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"268\"\u003e10 to 15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in diameter, rather smooth and \u003cstrong data-end=\"310\" data-start=\"301\"\u003egreen\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"312\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"323\" data-start=\"314\"\u003eFlesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003cstrong data-end=\"342\" data-start=\"326\"\u003eLight orange\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet and tasty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"366\"\u003e \n\u003cstrong data-end=\"378\" data-start=\"368\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003cstrong data-end=\"399\" data-start=\"381\"\u003eHermaphrodites\u003c\/strong\u003e and male flowers on the same plant, without female flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"761\" data-start=\"456\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"468\" data-start=\"458\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e : The young fruit is \u003cstrong data-end=\"504\" data-start=\"490\"\u003edark green\u003c\/strong\u003e , round in shape with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"546\" data-start=\"534\"\u003egrayish\u003c\/strong\u003e background. The surface has \u003cstrong data-end=\"608\" data-start=\"572\"\u003ewhite dots of medium density\u003c\/strong\u003e , without warts. The base is truncated, the top is rounded. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"673\"\u003efurrows\u003c\/strong\u003e are strongly expressed, not very wide and not very deep, \u003cstrong data-end=\"760\" data-start=\"749\"\u003ewhite\u003c\/strong\u003e in color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"763\"\u003e How to successfully sow melons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"826\" data-start=\"794\"\u003e Sowing melons in pots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1221\" data-start=\"827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"841\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eMelons\u003c\/strong\u003e require plenty of warmth and light to germinate. The ideal temperature is between \u003cstrong data-end=\"947\" data-start=\"933\"\u003e24 and 35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e during the day, and it should not drop below 15°C at night. You can therefore sow your melon seeds in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1092\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003ea hotbed\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-end=\"1119\" data-start=\"1101\"\u003eheated greenhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1137\" data-start=\"1123\"\u003eMarch\/April\u003c\/strong\u003e and replant them in the garden after mid-May, when the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1262\" data-start=\"1223\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"1260\" data-start=\"1223\"\u003eInstructions for sowing in pots\u003c\/strong\u003e :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1378\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003e Sow 2 to 3 seeds (point downwards) per pot, filled with \u003cstrong data-end=\"1351\" data-start=\"1327\"\u003efine seed compost\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003e1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-end=\"1485\" data-start=\"1379\"\u003eWater regularly, keeping the soil moist (but not soggy) using a sprayer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1572\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003e Place the seedlings in a bright location (near a window or in full light).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003e Once the seedlings are out, make sure they get \u003cstrong data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1640\"\u003emaximum light\u003c\/strong\u003e . Remove the weakest plants, keeping only the most vigorous ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1738\"\u003e Melon sowing in place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e For warmer regions, such as the south of France or Mediterranean climates, it is possible to sow directly in the ground:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1952\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"1950\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003eInstructions for sowing in place\u003c\/strong\u003e :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"2283\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2010\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003e Space each melon plant \u003cstrong data-end=\"1981\" data-start=\"1966\"\u003e80 cm to 1 m\u003c\/strong\u003e apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-end=\"2153\" data-start=\"2011\"\u003ePlant 2 to 3 seeds per pocket at a depth of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2076\" data-start=\"2066\"\u003e1.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and cover with a mixture of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2133\" data-start=\"2106\"\u003esieved garden soil\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2152\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003emature compost\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2244\" data-start=\"2154\"\u003e Use a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2179\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003ecloche\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2197\" data-start=\"2186\"\u003eframe\u003c\/strong\u003e to shelter the seedlings at the beginning of the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2283\" data-start=\"2245\"\u003e Keep only the most beautiful plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2285\"\u003e Melon planting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2715\" data-start=\"2309\"\u003e Depending on the region, you can plant young melon plants between \u003cstrong data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003eApril\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003emid-June\u003c\/strong\u003e . A \u003cstrong data-end=\"2428\" data-start=\"2408\"\u003eplastic tunnel\u003c\/strong\u003e can be useful at the beginning of the growing season to provide more warmth. \u003cbr data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2495\"\u003eMelon prefers a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2535\" data-start=\"2526\"\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e location, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2572\" data-start=\"2557\"\u003esunny\u003c\/strong\u003e exposure, and a rich, deep soil well supplied with \u003cstrong data-end=\"2628\" data-start=\"2617\"\u003epotash\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is advisable to loosen the soil before planting and add compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2743\" data-start=\"2717\"\u003e Association with the vegetable garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2839\" data-start=\"2744\"\u003e Melon pairs well with most vegetables, except \u003cstrong data-end=\"2819\" data-start=\"2805\"\u003ecucumbers\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2838\" data-start=\"2827\"\u003esquash\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2861\" data-start=\"2841\"\u003e Melon cultivation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3127\" data-start=\"2862\"\u003e New melon varieties do not require pruning, except for topping (cutting off the head). When the plant has formed 4 or 6 leaves, you can prune the main stem to encourage better branching and more abundant fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3154\" data-start=\"3129\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"3152\" data-start=\"3129\"\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"3742\" data-start=\"3155\"\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-end=\"3247\" data-start=\"3155\"\u003eWatering must be regular but moderate to preserve the taste qualities of the fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3347\" data-start=\"3248\"\u003e Do not wet the foliage when watering to avoid the appearance of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3346\" data-start=\"3336\"\u003epowdery mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3493\" data-start=\"3348\"\u003e Weed after planting to avoid competition, then apply mulch when the soil is warm (late June-early July).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3595\" data-start=\"3494\"\u003e Remove any leaves that obscure the fruit to allow it to receive maximum light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"3742\" data-start=\"3596\"\u003e Place \u003cstrong data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003ewooden boards\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-end=\"3647\" data-start=\"3637\"\u003etiles\u003c\/strong\u003e under the fruit to protect it from soil moisture and provide extra warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3764\" data-start=\"3744\"\u003e Melon harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"4101\" data-start=\"3765\"\u003eThe fruits can be harvested approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"3820\" data-start=\"3806\"\u003e2 to 3 months\u003c\/strong\u003e after transplanting into the garden. Check the color of the melon, which will become lighter, and the stem, which should begin to detach easily. The fruit's aroma will become more pronounced, and you will notice a small \u003cstrong data-end=\"4053\" data-start=\"4041\"\u003ecrack\u003c\/strong\u003e around the stem, a sign that the melon is ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4190\" data-start=\"4103\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"4113\" data-start=\"4103\"\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e : Do not store melons in the refrigerator, as this will alter their flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4213\" data-start=\"4192\"\u003e Melon diseases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4369\" data-start=\"4214\"\u003e Melon is susceptible to several diseases, such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"4301\" data-start=\"4272\"\u003ecucurbit blight\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"4323\" data-start=\"4306\"\u003eleaf spot,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"4339\" data-start=\"4329\"\u003epowdery mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e . To prevent these diseases:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Avoid watering foliage late in the day, especially during hot and humid periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAt the end of the season, place tiles or boards under each melon to protect them from moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"4804\" data-start=\"4587\"\u003e Common melon pests are \u003cstrong data-end=\"4640\" data-start=\"4628\"\u003eaphids\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"4669\" data-start=\"4648\"\u003eseedpod flies\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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