Shikha/शिखा F1 Hybrid Muskmelon (United Genetics India)

Shikha/शिखा F1 Hybrid Muskmelon (United Genetics India)

Shikha/शिखा F1 Hybrid Muskmelon (United Genetics India) is a muskmelon seed selection from United Genetics India. Prepare a well-drained growing area with enough space for healthy plant development and convenient harvesting.

Variety details

• It matures with in 85 days. Fruit weight is around 1.1 to 1.3 kgs. The flesh color is deep orange. The variety is highly resistant to Fusarium Race 0-2 and PMR 1 & 2. It is netted with green sutures, round shape, very uniform with small cavity. It has good vigor and strong leaves which provide good cover to the fruits and also give high yields. It is very sweet with almost 15 Brix. It has very good keeping quality because of the “extended shelf life gene” and hence suitable for long distance transportation.
• Additional Info
• Maturity:85 Days
• Fruit Weight:1.1 to 1.3 Kgs
• Resistance to Transport:* * * * *
• Disease Resistance:Resistant to fusarium Race 0-2 and PMR 1& 2
• Comments:Suitable to long distance transportation. It has a very good keeping quality, as it has extended shelf life gene

Sowing and establishment

Sow in warm, well-drained soil or raise seedlings in individual cells. Transplant carefully with the root ball intact. Provide space for vines or a trellis where appropriate for the crop.

Growing and harvest

Maintain consistent soil moisture during flowering and fruit development. Mulch helps reduce soil contact and conserve moisture. Harvest mature fruits using the variety’s ripeness indicators and intended use.

Choose your required pack size from the available options. Follow the supplied packet for variety-specific spacing, sowing season and treatment instructions.