Kolkhoznitsa melon facts for kids

The Kolkhoznitsa melon is a special kind of melon. It is also known as the collective farm woman melon. This tasty fruit comes from Russia. It was first brought to the United States in 1993. It belongs to the Cucumis family, just like cucumbers!

What is the Kolkhoznitsa Melon Like?

The Kolkhoznitsa melon was first grown in Russia in the 1930s. A Russian gardener created it. This melon was made to grow well in cooler places. It also likes shorter growing seasons. From Russia, it spread to other European countries. Ukraine is one example. Eventually, it made its way to the United States.

This melon has a thin, golden-orange skin. Its inside is white and firm. The melon is usually round. Sometimes, it can be a little bit oval. People say it tastes very sweet. Each melon can weigh up to 3 pounds (about 1.5 kilograms). The plant itself is strong against cold weather. It also stays small and compact. On average, one plant grows about three melons each season.

Why is it Called Kolkhoznitsa?

The Kolkhoznitsa melon got its name from a special type of farming. This farming was called kolkhoz. It was a way of organizing farms in the Soviet Union. A kolkhoz was a "collective farm." This means many farmers worked together on one big farm. The word "Kolkhoznitsa" means "collective farm woman." So, the melon is named after the women who worked on these farms.

Where Can You Find Seeds?

If you want to grow your own Kolkhoznitsa melons, you can find seeds. Several online stores sell the seeds. This makes it easy for gardeners to try growing this unique melon.