Santa Claus Melons

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Seasonality: May-AugOrigin: USA Sometimes referred to the Christmas melon and Piel de Sapo, this melon was named in behalf of its long keeping qualities...until Christmas. Even tho ugh it is a very good keeper, this holiday melon was actually named because its sometimes available to December. The attractive green and gold-to-bright yellow striped Santa Claus melon somewhat resembles a small watermelon. Inside is a mellow and mildly flavored pale greenish flesh very similar to that of a honeydew, but not as sweet. The color of the characteristic stripes on its hard shell is a sign of this melon's ripeness. The brighter the yellow, the riper and sweeter it is.Melissa’s Santa Claus Melons are hand-selected for excellent quality. Choose firm melons with a sweet fragrance. Look for fruit heavy for its size, yielding slightly under pressure. Keep cut or ripe fruit in refrigerator for up to three days. Ripen at room temperature. Show more