Ideal Temperature for Cantaloupe
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Signs of Cold Stress in Cantaloupe
Symptoms
Cantaloupe tolerates cold well and grows optimally when temperatures exceed 70℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 60℉. If temperatures drop below 50℉, while winter changes might be subtle, branches can become brittle and dry by spring, with no new growth appearing.
Solutions
In spring, remove any dead branches that haven't produced new foliage.
Signs of Heat Stress in Cantaloupe
Symptoms
In summer, Cantaloupe should be kept below 85℉. When temperatures surpass 95℉, the plant's leaves may lighten in hue, their tips might dry and shrivel, and the plant becomes more prone to sun damage.
Solutions
Remove any sun-damaged and desiccated sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from intense midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth for cover. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
