Melon 'Retato Degli Ortolani' is a traditional Italian heirloom cantaloupe prized for its intensely sweet, aromatic orange flesh and classic netted rind. The fruits are typically round, weighing between 1.5 to 2 kg (3–4 lbs), and mature in approximately 80–90 days . Highly productive vines thrive in full sun and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. This variety is ideal for warm, sheltered outdoor gardens or greenhouse cultivation. Harvest when the rind turns yellow-brown and the fruit emits a strong, sweet aroma.
