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Garden Master
I don't know that I have come up with anything special for @ninnymary . Last night and again this morning, I was trying to find a variety popular in the UK, thinking that the growing season there is probably similar to San Francisco. A hybrid cantaloupe called Epic looks like a more sure bet than some but it may not be available in the US. Halifax Seed sells it but the "ship anywhere in Canada" on their homepage suggests that they may not ship south of the border.
The Canadian route may be the way to go for a variety that can tolerate a cool growing season. Their selections may not be exclusive and it is interesting how similar but I know that both West Coast and Veseys ship to the US. You would be looking at offerings from both sides of the continent, Mary.
West Coast Seed
Veseys Seed
Also, West Coast has an online article with some tips for growing melons in a cool climate.
Steve
The Canadian route may be the way to go for a variety that can tolerate a cool growing season. Their selections may not be exclusive and it is interesting how similar but I know that both West Coast and Veseys ship to the US. You would be looking at offerings from both sides of the continent, Mary.
West Coast Seed
Veseys Seed
Also, West Coast has an online article with some tips for growing melons in a cool climate.
Steve