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Pruning guide

How to prune round melon

Best time
When main vine reaches 1–1.5 m in length, typically 3–4 weeks after transplanting
How often
Once at establishment, then lightly throughout the season
Technique
Pinch the growing tip of the main stem to force lateral branching. Retain 3–4 strong lateral shoots and pinch their tips after 2–3 nodes to encourage secondary branching and female flower production.

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Pruning round melon — FAQ

When should I prune round melon?

When main vine reaches 1–1.5 m in length, typically 3–4 weeks after transplanting. Pinch the growing tip of the main stem to force lateral branching. Retain 3–4 strong lateral shoots and pinch their tips after 2–3 nodes to encourage secondary branching and female flower production.

How often does round melon need pruning?

Once at establishment, then lightly throughout the season. Round melon (tinda) is a vigorous climber that benefits from tip-pruning to encourage branching and more female flowers. Pinch the main stem tip when the vine reaches 1–1.5 m to promote lateral shoots, which typically bear more fruit. Remove any dead or diseased foliage throughout the season.

How do you prune round melon?

Pinch the growing tip of the main stem to force lateral branching. Retain 3–4 strong lateral shoots and pinch their tips after 2–3 nodes to encourage secondary branching and female flower production.