Melon Emir F1 RHS Seeds

 

Melon Emir F1 (Cucumis melo L.) is a premium hybrid variety recognised by the RHS for its sweet, aromatic flavour and high yield.

 

This early maturing melon produces medium-sized, round to slightly oval fruits with smooth, golden skin and juicy, succulent orange flesh.

 

Emir F1 is ideal for gardeners seeking reliable, easy-to-grow melons with uniform fruits that are perfect for fresh eating, desserts, or fruit salads. Its vigorous growth habit and disease resistance make it suitable for greenhouse cultivation or sunny, sheltered outdoor conditions.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 10 seeds

 

Sow: February – April (indoors)

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH

Height/Spread: 50–70 cm (bushy, compact)

Harvesting: June – September

Companion Plants: Basil, Marigolds, Lettuce

Avoid Planting With: Cucumbers, Pumpkins

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds in seed trays or pots filled with fine seed compost from February to April. Cover lightly and keep soil moist at a temperature of 20–25°C. Once seedlings are strong enough, transplant into larger pots or modules.

 

Outdoors/Greenhouse: Harden off seedlings after the last frost and plant in a sunny, fertile, well-drained location. Space plants 50–70 cm apart and provide support if necessary. Feed regularly to encourage healthy growth and fruit development.

 

Harvesting: Pick fruits when the skin turns golden and the fruit feels slightly soft at the blossom end. Emir F1 produces a continuous crop of sweet, flavoursome melons throughout the season.

 

Melon Emir F1 RHS is perfect for gardeners seeking an early, high-quality, and aromatic melon. Its uniform fruits, disease resistance, and RHS recognition make it ideal for home gardens, allotments, and greenhouse cultivation.