Jenny Lind is an heirloom melon dating back to the 1840's. Named after the Swedish opera star, Jenny Lind melons feature exceptionally sweet and juicy green interiors and beautifully netted rinds. Although this variety has long been noted for its unique "belly button" which is often borne on its blossom end, our strain did not produce such a feature in our trials, which is possibly a result of environmental conditions. Despite this anomaly, our Jenny Lind melons boasted an exceptional flavor and smooth, juicy texture that was beloved by all who tried them. They also were among the first of our melons to mature and outyielded all other melon varieties we trialed. The origin of the Jenny Lind melon is somewhat mysterious, but it is believed to have been derived from a melon named Center and may be of Armenian origin. In her book, Melons for the Passionate Grower, melon enthusiast Amy Goldman remarks that it bears a striking resemblance to the Melon de Malte Trés documented eighteen years prior. She also notes that the melon can be somewhat variable in terms of the expression of green color and the degree of netting on its rind. Indeed, we did see some melons with more uniformly green flesh while the majority had a hint of orange near the seed cavity. The latter melons seemed to have the sweetest flavor, possibly an indication of their ripeness. All and all, Jenny Lind is an early and productive melon with an exceptional flavor that is sure to please melon lovers of all ages. So, if you are looking for something unique for this year's garden, give Jenny Lind a try. We don't think you'll be disappointed. Jenny Lind matures approximately 80 days after sowing. Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.
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