Jack Miller

Yes, cantaloupe will climb a trellis, and it’s actually one of the best ways to grow this sweet, juicy melon in a small space.   If you’ve been wondering whether cantaloupe will climb a trellis in your own backyard garden, the short answer is a resounding yes.   Cantaloupe vines are natural climbers, and when … Read more

Cantaloupe and watermelon will not cross pollinate in a way that affects the fruit you eat.   Even though cantaloupe and watermelon are both members of the cucurbit family, they belong to different genera, which means they can’t successfully cross pollinate to produce viable seeds or change the taste of the fruit.   If you’ve … Read more

Cantaloupe and honeydew will cross pollinate if they bloom at the same time and bees carry pollen from one to the other.   It’s a common question for home gardeners, especially when these melons are growing side by side in the same patch.   The short answer is yes, cantaloupe and honeydew will cross pollinate, … Read more

Cantaloupe and cucumbers can cross pollinate, but the results might not be what you expect.   Yes, these two plants belong to the same botanical family, which makes cross pollination possible in theory.   But here’s the thing: even if they do cross pollinate, it won’t affect the fruit you’re eating right now.   The … Read more

An unripe cantaloupe will ripen after picking, but only if it was harvested at the right stage of maturity.   If you picked a cantaloupe that’s already showing a hint of color change and a little softness near the stem, it will continue to ripen on your counter.   But if it was picked way … Read more