Bai Mibao
Taiwan Melon is an exotic gem! This mini-honeydew Oriental melon are
3-4" in diameter, with crisp, sweet white flesh and edible white skin.
The juicy, subtly floral taste is incredibly refreshing, whether sliced
for snacking, ornately displayed in tropical fruit plates, chopped in
salads for a burst of sweetness and crunch, or creatively incorporated
in desserts. Bai Mibao Melon is a treasure waiting to be cultivated in
your garden. This variety is hardy against powdery mildew and is a high
yielder of lateral-setting fruits.
Also Known As: Thin-Wall Melon, Chinese White Melon, Sakata Melon,
Asian Melon, Sweet Muskmelon, Xiang Gua 香瓜, Tian Gua 甜瓜, Gan Gua 甘瓜,
Chamoe, Asian Pear Melon, Asian Sweet Melon, Oriental Melon, Cucumber
Melon.
We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail.
Plant Name:
|
Melon, Bai Mibao
|
Latin Name:
|
Cucumis melo var. makuwa
|
Days to Germinate: |
7-14
|
Days to Harvest: |
70
|
Germination Rate: |
90% |
Test Date: |
9/23 |
Growth Habit: |
Vine |
USDA Zones: |
4-12 |
Lifespan: |
Annual |
Brand: |
TomorrowSeeds |
Sunlight: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
GMO: |
No |
Pollination:
|
Hybrid |
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: |
No |
Seeds Packed For**: |
2024 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds
are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are
still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as
the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Prepare
soil by removing large weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting
area. Dig or plow the soil 8-10 inches deep in winter or early spring.
You may optionally apply manure or compost to build the organic matter
content of the soil. Turn the soil over to cover organic material
completely. Next, work the soil into ridges or hills 4-8 inches high and
12-14 inches wide. This creates well-draining soil beds. Heavier soils
may require higher soil beds.
Since
melons are vining crops, they require a lot of space and are best for
larger gardens or lot-sized urban gardens; they may grow in small
gardens if vines are trellised and the fruit is supported. Melons grow
best in deep, well-draining sandy or sandy loam soil with plenty of
organic matter and a neutral pH. Heavy soils with lots of clay may cause
smaller sized plants and produce fewer melons.
Planting:
Try not to plant seeds until the soil warms in the spring and all danger
of frost is past since melons are warm-season crops and can be easily
injured by frost. Black plastic mulch can help to increase soil
temperature and give melons an earlier start on growth. To direct sow,
plant 6-8 seeds 1/2 inch deep in hills spaced 2-3 feet apart
within rows. Water after planting if soil is dry.
Transplanting,
in contrast to direct sowing, may save 10-12 days of harvest time. To
transplant, plant seeds in peat pots 2-4 weeks before transplanting.
Transplant into the garden before the second true leaf opens ("true
leaves" are the first two large leaves that appear before the smaller
"seed leaves" appear). After melon plants break through the soil, thin
to 2 plants per hill.
Planting Depth: |
1- 1/2 inch |
Within-Row Spacing:
|
2-3 feet
|
Between-Row Spacing:
|
6-8 feet
|
Watering: Water the at least 1 inch per week. High temperatures, high winds, and sandy soils will increase the need for water.
Weeding and Pruning:
Keep plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing, be
careful not to cut too deeply into the soil near the melon plants as
cutting the feeder rooters which may slow the plant's growth. Pruning
can increase fruit size of muskmelons and honeydews, but it is usually
not needed.
Fertilizing:
Melons benefit from small amounts of fertilizer in 2 or 3 applications.
Dig a 4-6 inch deep trench, about 2 inches from the side of the row,
all down the row. You may optionally scatter 2-3 pounds of fertilizer
for every 60-70 feet of row in the trench.
Insecticides:
Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and
sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also
has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Bt
neem oil can be used to control the spider mites, and pyrethins can
control for the cucumber beetle. Neem oil and insecticidal soaps are
good ways to control for aphids. Before using a pesticide, read the
label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions.
Diseases: Rotating
crops is important for disease control. If spots appear on the leaves
and no insects are present, a fungicide may be needed. Neem oil, sulfur,
and other fungicides may be used. Please always follow label
directions.
Harvest
Taiwan melon when the fruit rind changes from light green to white color
and there is a sweet odor, about 40 days after fruit set. Harvest
melons using pruners and cut the fruit from the vines, do not pull. If
fruit falls off the vine when shaken, it may be too ripe.
Melon 1 melon, small (about 4-1/4" dia) (441 g)
|
Calories 149
|
% Daily Value*
|
Total Fat 0.8 g
|
1% |
Saturated fat 0.2 g
|
1% |
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4 g
|
|
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
|
|
Cholesterol 0 mg
|
0% |
Sodium 71 mg
|
2% |
Potassium 1177 mg
|
33% |
Total Carbohydrate 36 g
|
12% |
Dietary fiber 4 g
|
16% |
Sugar 35 g
|
|
Protein 3.7 g
|
7% |
Vitamin A |
269% |
Vitamin C |
4% |
Calcium |
4% |
Iron |
0% |
Vitamin D |
15% |
Vitamin B-6 |
0% |
Cobalamin |
13% |
Magnesium |
|
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie
needs. |
Shipping Policy:
We ship in 1 business day via USPS First Class Mail!
Domestic Orders:
- FREE TRACKING and a special gift when you buy 4 or more items from our shop!
- Please use your PO Box address if you have one.
- Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from "TomorrowSeeds" with internal tracing.
- Always FREE domestic shipping!
International Orders:
- Please use your PO Box address (or country equivalent) if you have one.
- Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from "Florence Ecnerolf" with internal tracing.
- For Tracked Orders, the maximum shipping charge you will pay is $18 USD.
- Per-item
shipping rates will apply until your order's total shipping charge
reaches $18 USD. Then your shipping total at checkout should be
automatically capped to $18 USD.
Questions or Concerns With Your Order:
- Please contact us first and we'll be more than happy to replace or refund your order.
Custom or Bulk/Wholesale Orders:
- Please contact us and we will give you a quote.
How To Navigate Our Shop:
- Click our store name "tomorrowseeds" under Seller Information or keep scrolling down to click the blue "Visit store" button.
- Once you're in our store, click "Categories" under the store banner.
- Click on the individual seed categories.
- Happy Browsing!