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NP

Pataskala,OH

I have a cantaloupe that is probably 60% orange and I can smell it from really far away. Should I pick it today or wait for a few more days?

8/14/2011 1:08:59 PM

Holloway

Bowdon, GA

What is the temp outside? Is is fully netted?

8/14/2011 1:16:30 PM

brotherdave

Corryton, TN

Without seeing it I'd guess you've got 24 hours or less to get it pulled unless you can keep the temperature down, then at most 48 hrs. Two things to remember: this is only a guess.... AND ..... a bird in the hand....

8/14/2011 1:31:20 PM

NP

Pataskala,OH

It's in the 70s outside and it is netted. I think I will wait till tomorrow to pick it just to be sure.

8/14/2011 1:57:31 PM

Holloway

Bowdon, GA

Pick it tommorrow for sure

8/14/2011 9:24:23 PM

Holloway

Bowdon, GA

Oh, Bro Dave nice job on the BP, thats a nice lope.

8/14/2011 9:25:51 PM

pizzapete

Hamilton Nj

id pick it and dont wait too long mine got moldy on me fast but i saved the seeds!! pizza

8/14/2011 11:57:27 PM

Team Wexler

Lexington, Ky

Alot of time, when you can smell it, it's too late. Hope not, keep us posted.

8/15/2011 11:37:11 AM

NP

Pataskala,OH

I picked it yesterday. It was ripe.

8/15/2011 11:39:34 AM

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