Melon Amal: variety, description
Melon “Amal” is a hybrid that was bred specifically for breeding in European conditions. The variety is popular with summer residents, since it is famous for its high yields, and is also excellently transported over long distances and does not deteriorate for a long time. Let’s talk about the characteristics of the variety and its cultivation.
Description and features of the Amal melon variety
Considering “Amal”, one cannot fail to note the resistance of the variety to various fungal diseases. The variety remains unharmed when other crops thin out from the fungus that rages in the second half of summer.
Melon “Amal” can be stored for a long time
Also, the hybrid is famous for its large, juicy fruits with a sweet creamy pulp. The delicacy weighs in the range of 2,5–4 kg, the shape of the fruit is elongated, reminiscent of an oval. The ripened specimens are covered with a smooth beige skin and dotted with a fine mesh, exuding a strong vanilla aroma.
The stem of the plant spreads along the ground, entrenched in the soil with a powerful root system
The interest of summer residents in the variety is due to the fact that the plant gives a good harvest and is transported over long distances without loss.
When planting, it is important to take into account that the resistance of the crop to temperature extremes does not include susceptibility to drafts. The constant flow of air through it significantly slows down plant growth and reduces yields. If you decide to diversify your site with fruiting plants, pay attention to how to properly plant and care for the crop.
Common breeding methods:
- With the help of seeds.
- Seedling method.
The first method is suitable for residents of southern regions in which a mild climate prevails. Melon seeds “Amal” are planted in dug, lime-fertilized soil warmed up to 17 degrees.
Humus is placed at the bottom of five-centimeter holes, on top of which seeds are planted. The kernels are covered with soil and watered abundantly. It is important to maintain a distance between plants of 60-70 cm
Seedling is considered the more common practice and is virtually indistinguishable from seed propagation. The material is transferred into previously prepared pits, covered with earth, an irrigation ditch is formed around the plant. The trunks are placed in such a way that the plant rises above the indentations.
Care includes simple actions:
- Watering is done with warm water, the water should not come into contact with the aerial part of the melon.
- It is important to weed out the weed beds and systematically loosen the surface.
- Vegetation lasts 3-4 months, during which the culture is fertilized twice.
When the skin of the pumpkin turns a darkish color and the fruit easily separates from the stem, you can harvest. This usually happens at the end of the summer.
“Amal” is quite capricious, but with proper care it gives an excellent harvest, so do not be afraid to grow the variety on your own plot.