PACKAGEOF 50 SEEDS of Honeydew melon, The shipping is $1.99 flat rate,For aditional seeds on the same order the shippingis free, We have more Herb seeds and a lot of extremely rare cactus if you want something rare let me know and I will listing for you. Questions? feel free to email me.Many melons originated in the Middle East and gradually spread its popularity across Europe. Ancient Egyptians and Romans enjoyed cantaloupes or muskmelons. Melon seeds were transported to the United States by Columbus and eventually cultivated by Spanish explorers in California.Most people don’t know that melons are in the same gourd family as squashes and cucumbers. Most melons have similar structure to winter squash with thick flesh and inner seed-filled midsection. So what’s the difference between melons and squashes? It’s the way that they’re used. Squashes are considered vegetables, while melons are known as fruits with sweet and juicy flavor.Melons are a good source of vitamin C and potassium. They have high water content are relatively low in calories, and also fat and cholesterol free.CantaloupeServing size 1/2 cup, diced (78g)Amounts Per Serving% Daily ValueCalories 25Calories from Fat 0Total Fat 0g0%Saturated Fat 0g0%Cholesterol 0mg0%Sodium 10mg0%Total Carbohydrate 6g2% Dietary Fiber 1g4% Sugars 6gProtein 1gVitamin A50%Vitamin C50%Calcium0%Iron0%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.HoneydewServing size 1/2 cup, diced (85g)Amounts Per Serving% Daily ValueCalories 30Calories from Fat 0Total Fat 0g0%Saturated Fat 0g0%Cholesterol 0mg0%Sodium 15mg1%Total Carbohydrate 8g3% Dietary Fiber 1g4% Sugars 7gProtein 0gVitamin A0%Vitamin C25%Calcium0%Iron0%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.VarietiesMelon varieties are now endless! Cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon are the most well known varieties. Lookout for more unusual melons at your local supermarket or farmer’s market for a different and tasty sweet treat! CantaloupeActually called a muskmelon, this familiar fruit with orange flesh and khaki netted colored skin provides the most beta-carotene in the entire melon family. Select melons that are slightly golden with a light fragrant smell (an indication of its ripeness). Cantaloupe is typically available year-round, with a June through August peak season.HoneydewThe sweetest of all the melons and averaging five to six pounds, honeydew melons have a creamy yellow rind when ripe and pale green flesh. It’s best from June through October, but is available year round.In general, melons should be shaped according to their variety. For example, cantaloupes should be round, etc. In addition, melons should not have cracks, soft spots, or dark bruises. You should look for a clean and smooth break at the stem and for most mature melons have a fruity fragrance (if not chilled).StorageKeep uncut melons at room temperature for two to four days or until fully ripe, then refrigerate for up to 5 days. Refrigerate cut up melon in a covered container up to 3 days. Remember that cut melons are aromatic and their smell will penetrate other foods.PreparationMelon preparation is easy! Always wash melons in warm soapy water before cutting to get rid of any impurity on the rind that might be carried from the knife blade to the flesh. Simply cut the melon in half and scoop out the seeds and strings. Melons can be cut into halves, quarters, wedges, cubes, or scooped into balls with a melon baller. Most melons will benefit from a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to enhance the flavor and served at room temperature.Check out my other items! or visit my eCRATER store EXOTICCACTUSCOLLECTIONfor more herbseeds, rare cactus and succulents,On Jan-31-08 at 05:39:34 PST, seller added the following information: Add a Map Counter to Your Listings. Fast. Simple. Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.On Dec-27-11 at 21:55:57 PST, seller added the following information:Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash backSellebrity Analytics
