Hero of Lockinge

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Tatiana Kouchnareva (B.C KO T). Hero of Lockinge - sliced fruit. 2013-09-07.

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B.C KO T

Small round melons with yellow rind with some scarring. 1-2 lbs. Flesh is creamy white and deliciously sweet.

Seed source:

Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds 06

Year grown: 2011, 2013

Location: Zone 7b, PNW, Anmore, BC, Canada (760 ft above sea level)



History

  • This English heirloom was introduced in 1881 by Sutton's Seeds. It was named for Lord Wantage of Lockinge, founder of the British Red Cross and was developed at the family estate at Lockinge Park.
  • First offered in the Seed Savers 2003 Yearbook by Amy Goldman of Rhinebeck, New York (NY GO A).



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