10 Seeds Prescott Fond Blanc Melon Heirloom Cucumis melo

Prescott Fond Blanc is a French heirloom melon prized for its distinctive flattened, deeply ribbed shape and sweet, aromatic flesh. The fruit typically matures to a pale green-grey with darker mottling, offering a rich flavor often described as spicy-sweet and complex, making it a favorite among home gardeners and market growers seeking a unique variety.
This melon is excellent for fresh eating, fruit salads, and desserts, with firm flesh that holds well when sliced. It performs best in warm, sunny conditions with well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Provide ample space for vines to spread or offer a trellis for vertical growth. Harvest when the fruit slips easily from the vine and the aroma is pronounced.
Species: Cucumis melo
Variety: Prescott Fond Blanc
Type: Heirloom melon
Plant_Habit: Vining
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, sandy loam
Days_to_Harvest: 80-95
Zones: 4-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 70-85F
Sowing: Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost or direct sow after soil warms
Spacing: 36-48 inches between plants
Notes: Requires warm soil and a long growing season for best flavor development