A friend gifted me this melon which is new to me. This is an Iranian melon with a very pronounced creme brûlée flavor. There are slight vanilla and basil notes too. I grew up in Central Asia where many different melons were available, but I do not remember any which would be similar to this one. This Persian melon has a very unique sweet flavor and crunchy texture. My son describes the flavor as chocolate covered marshmallow.
Hi Marta ! This melon looks very interesting ! Can you ask your friend if he knows the name of this variety, or if he can tell us where he bought the seeds, or if he can share/sell some seeds ? :) Thx
ReplyDeleteNicolas, the melon name is Mashhad, as it coming from this Iranian city
DeleteI will him. Where are you located? This type of melons requires hot summer to ripen properly
ReplyDeleteThanks ! I'm in France, but your melon also interest folks in the US :)
ReplyDeleteHi Marta! Do you have any of these seeds left? They may be "Minoo" Persian Melon. I've been looking for some seed for a while now. I only came across wholesale seed providers, instead of small gardeners, like me. I would be able to send a self addressed envelope,etc. I wouldn't mind trading some seeds if you need some. Merci
ReplyDeleteIf you are in the US, shoot me an email: marta at reallygoodplants.com
DeleteThank you. Done
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