The 'Musk Melon 1' variety is a mid-season, high-yielding variety with a maturation period from germination to full fruit ripening of about 108-124 days. The plant is powerful, long-vined, with a main stem length of up to 8 meters. Fruits have an oval or almost spherical shape, smooth or weakly ribbed surface, and grey coloration without a pattern. Fruit mass varies from 8 to 12 kg, and under favorable conditions can reach 20-25 kg. The flesh is light orange, thick, sweet, crispy, and juicy, providing excellent taste qualities.
The variety is characterized by high resistance to drought and diseases, which contributes to stable and large yields in different years. 'Musk Melon 1' has high storability and good transportability, making it convenient for storage and transport. Fruits are suitable for table use, as well as excellently suitable for cooking and canning. The storage period of fruits is 3-4 months under proper conditions.
Growing the variety is possible both through seedlings and by sowing directly into open ground. Seeds are sown in holes, 2-3 pieces each, at a depth of 3-5 cm; after seedlings appear, thinning is carried out, leaving 3-4 fruits on the plant, after which the top is pinched. Regular watering, weeding, loosening, and fertilizing are necessary for successful growth. Thanks to its characteristics and simplicity of agrotechnics, the 'Musk Melon 1' variety is an excellent choice for gardeners and farmers seeking to obtain a quality and tasty melon harvest.
