This fancy little melon was bred by Elwyn Meader and Albert Yeager at University of NH by originally crossing ‘Pumpkin Rind’ and ‘New Hampshire Midget’. They introduced Golden Midget in 1959. This gorgeous, 2-pound melon that’s ready to harvest in just 70 days, has a golden rind and pink flesh when ripe. Golden Midget has a refreshingly sweet red flavor.
Watermelon Golden Midget
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Golden Midget is a fast-growing, petite melon that turns golden when ripe and bursts with sweet, pink flesh. Perfect for small gardens and quick harvests, this 1950s heirloom adds charm and flavor to your summer table.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2” or 1.25cm. Seed spacing: 8” or 20cm. Spacing between rows: 36″ or 90cm. Days to germination: 4-10. Days to maturity: 70.
Variety: 326
Heirloom
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