Iroquis Melon (Cucumis melo)

Iroquois is among the most receptive and easiest to grow of the cantaloupe varieties. Early yields, fine netting, tough exterior, meltingly delicious sweet orange flesh This cultivar is relatively simple to grow. Its tough rind resists rot and insect attacks, and its early harvest makes it a good option for growers in the north.

 Growers in northern regions or other areas with limited growing seasons prefer them for these reasons. The plants normally take 75-80 days to develop copious amounts of the gray-green fruits after germination. Fruits that are sweet and delicious typically weigh 7-10 pounds each.