MONICA

The Melon variety Monica is a mid-early diploid hybrid intended for commercial production and local consumption. The period from mass emergence to the first harvest is about 78 days. The plant is characterized by a medium-vining type with a medium-sized green leaf blade and medium dissection. The fruits have a wide-elliptical shape with a mass from medium to large, averaging about 11 kg. The fruit skin is of medium thickness, with a green background and wide, blurred stripes. The flesh is red, distinguished by a high taste score — 4.8 points, indicating good flavor. The seeds are small, black in color with a dot pattern.

This melon variety is well suited for transportation due to its dense skin and large fruits, making it in demand for commercial cultivation. The yield of the variety is high, reaching 1050 centners per hectare, which ensures a stable and abundant harvest. Monica is recommended for cultivation in the North Caucasus region, where it successfully adapts and shows good results.

The melon Monica is characterized by balanced characteristics that combine early maturity, large fruit size, and high flesh quality. It is suitable both for fresh consumption and for sale in markets with the possibility of transportation over long distances. Thanks to these qualities, the variety is popular among farmers and consumers seeking a tasty and juicy melon with good storage life.