description Planters Jumbo Overview
Large-fruited muskmelon variety selected for jumbo-sized melons, offered by seed companies targeting growers and home gardeners seeking high-volume, impressive harvests.
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How large are Planters Jumbo melons?
Planters Jumbo usually produces melons weighing about 4 to 5 pounds, with fruit around 7 by 6 inches in many seed descriptions. The flesh is deep orange, sweet, and juicy.
When was Planters Jumbo developed?
The variety was developed in 1954 by the South Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station at Clemson with USDA involvement. Seed histories credit Dr. Morris Hughes with leading the work.
How long does Planters Jumbo take to mature?
Depending on the seed source and growing conditions, Planters Jumbo is listed at about 85 to 88 days to maturity. It is an annual, open-pollinated muskmelon variety.
Can Planters Jumbo handle hot or humid growing conditions?
It was developed for hot, humid conditions and is described as performing in both drought and high-rainfall areas. Seed listings also describe resistance to powdery and downy mildew.
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