Melon

The Petit Gris de Rennes melon is a delicious and refreshing fruit, much appreciated for its sweet, juicy flesh. As well as being tasty, this fruit is also good for your health, thanks to its vitamin, mineral and antioxidant content.

To grow the Petit Gris de Rennes melon in your garden, it's important to choose a sunny, well-drained spot. We recommend planting the seeds or seedlings in the ground in spring, when the risk of frost has passed. Melons can also be grown in pots or containers for small spaces.

It is important to water melons regularly, taking care not to drown them. Organic mulching can help keep the soil moist and limit weeds. It is also advisable to apply a potassium-rich fertiliser once the first flowers appear.

To encourage fruit development, it is advisable to pinch off the lateral stems and remove any yellow leaves. You can also stake the plants to prevent the fruit from touching the ground and to make harvesting easier.

The harvesting period for Petit Gris de Rennes melons varies according to weather conditions and region. In general, the first fruits are ready to be picked from the end of summer, when the melon skin begins to crack and the peel begins to peel. To check that the fruit is ripe, you can gently tap the skin: if the sound is hollow, the melon is ready to be picked.

In short, the Petit Gris de Rennes melon is a delicious and healthy fruit that can easily be grown in the garden if you follow a few simple care instructions. Enjoy its sweet flavour and freshness throughout the summer by picking the ripening fruit.