Seeds per gram: 20
Average germination rate: 90%
Package sizes
- 10 seeds — 9 plants — yields about 9–18 melons (≈99–198 lb)
- 50 seeds — 45 plants — yields about 45–90 melons (≈495–990 lb)
- 100 seeds — 90 plants — yields about 90–180 melons (≈990–1,980 lb)
Plant growth and coverage
- Vigorous, trailing vine habit
- Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
- Spread: 1.8–3.0 m (6–10 ft+)
- Spacing: 90–120 cm (36–48 in) between plants; 1.8–2.4 m (6–8 ft) between rows
- Each plant occupies roughly 20–30 sq. ft. of garden space
- Fruits average ~5 kg (11 lb), round, dark green rind with deep red flesh
Choosing a packet size
- A 10-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners trialing Mambo or planting a few hills. It’s a good fit for small spaces or container-grown starts to transplant into a sunny bed.
- The 50-seed packet suits larger home gardens, community plots, or small homesteads wanting multiple hills and succession sowings. It provides enough plants to select the strongest vines and ensure steady harvests.
- The 100-seed packet is best for market growers, CSAs, or big patches aiming for ample, consistent yields. Great for staggered plantings across several beds or fields to extend the harvest window.