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mtalley (marty)

Madera, CA

Do melons need shade cloth like AG's in a hot climate or do they like more sun? Thanks for answering a rooks question.

4/20/2011 11:35:57 PM

Bubba Presley

Muddy Waters

Yes I believe most shade them,In the cold North,I Like to let morning & evening Sun in .

4/21/2011 5:21:29 AM

Moss Hill Melon Man

Trinity River Bottom

the plant or the fruit? Yes you need to keep the sun off the fruit but in my opinion not the plant. Unless your temps. are above 98 degrees all the time . They like the sun.

4/21/2011 8:18:27 AM

Bubba Presley

Muddy Waters

I thought he was talking Melons!

4/21/2011 12:54:37 PM

mtalley (marty)

Madera, CA

Sorry, I meant the plant. Thanks for the help.

4/21/2011 3:00:38 PM

Holloway

Bowdon, GA

Don't shade the plant they love sun

4/22/2011 5:05:17 PM

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