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Muskmelon - Ha Ogen
The Melon Ha Ogen, 'Cucumis melo', has an intoxicating aroma. The Ha Ogen melon will produce 10 or more small, very sweet fruits per plant. This pale green fruit has a loyal following. Once you try it, you will be hooked too. This open pollinated melon is popular for three good reasons; the softball size melons mature early and are numerous, the sweet pale green flesh is very delicious treat, and the intoxicating aroma is beyond belief. Ha Ogen melons should be planted in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks after the last frost when soil temperatures are warm. The soil should be light and well drained. Melons use a lot of water but they should not ever be soggy wet. ... additional info
Mina Lobata - Spanish Flag The Mina Lobata Spanish Flag, 'Tpomoea lobata', has sprays of crimson flowers that change to orange and yellow, then white, and are suitable of cuttings. The Spanish Flag is related to the morning glory and is sometimes called the Firecracker Vine or Exotic Love plant. This plant has 1 to 2 inch tubular flowers that occur in spikes of up to 12 flowers. They are crimson upon opening and then they change to orange/yellow and to white. Mina lobata bloom from summer until the first fall frost. Spanish Flags prefer full sun and sandy well drained soil. Water frequently, they do not like to dry out. Plant in the spring, after the last average frost date or until early summer. The Spanish Flag is used for pots, baskets, climbing up fences, trellises, and ground cover. |
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