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Mar 16, 2026 - 01:12 AM
You are 100% right. As it is a female plant they won't cross pollinate so nothing to worry about. Good question all the same
Hi, can this melon be grown in the same greenhouse as cucumbers (Passandra F1), or will they cross pollinate? Melon 'Charentais'
I’ve read that melons and cucumbers can cross pollinate, which impairs the flavour and can sometimes render them inedible. I wasn’t sure whether the fact that Passandra is an F1 / female-only version prevents this? Thanks
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Melon 'Charentais'
Description A traditional French cantaloupe variety, Charentais produces small but delicious 1kg fruit. The deep orange flesh is exceptionally sweet mixed with just a touch of acid tang; this gives a refreshing flavour followed by a pleasant, soft floral aftertaste. The most popular melon in France ...
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