Requires fertile slightly acid soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.

Water well during dry and hot spells. Make sure plants get 1" water per week.

Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Periodically apply Miracle Gro.

Protect ripening melons from damp ground by placing them on boards. Cut melons carefully from plants to prevent damaging the vines.