Growing Vegetables/cantalope

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Expert: Elyse Grau - 9/6/2009


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how can I tell if a cantalope is ripe?

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Gary:
If it is a true cantaloupe, it will slip right off the vine when it is ripe. Other muskmelons are not so considerate. Look for a color change, from green to tan. The veins should be tan, not just the skin. also the tendril closest to the stem will dry up. You can test them like you would in a store, by pushing on the blossom end to check for some give.

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Elyse Grau

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I can answer most questions on vegetable and fruit growing, in particular those that pertain to the Northwest, Midwest and other cool areas of the country. I prefer to use only organic/natural methods and materials.

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I have Master Gardener training and have been gardening for over 25 years. I use organic and natural methods only. I live on 5 acres and have a large vegetable garden, as well as orchard, grapevines and berries.

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