Hami-Gua melons are very large, more on the scale of a watermelon than a cantaloupe. They have a golden yellow, lightly netted skin and are quite hard. The inner flesh is a pale, coral color and surrounds a large central seed cavity. The flesh is crisp yet juicy and refreshingly sweet. Hami-Gua melons have the trademark muskmelon aroma: floral and sweet.

Seasons/Availability
Hami-Gua melons are available typically in local markets during the spring and summer months.

Current Facts
The Hami-Gua melon is a muskmelon that takes form in over 180 different variations, creating melons of different sizes, patterns, colors and shapes. The melons common denominator is their sugar content. On the Brix scale, Hami melons score 14 to 16% sugar content. The flavor of the melon is a complex interaction of sugar, acid, texture and volatile compounds, making each melon variety individually unique.