Muskmelon Variety: Pusa Kajri – 

Pusa Kajri is a popular muskmelon (kharbooja) variety grown in India, especially suited for summer cultivation.

🌱 General Description

• It is a sweet, juicy, and aromatic variety of muskmelon.
• Well adapted to warm and dry climatic conditions and performs well in sandy loam soils.

🍈 Fruit Characteristics

• Shape: Round to slightly oval
• Rind (outer skin): Greenish-yellow with distinct stripes or sutures
• Flesh color: Orange to deep orange
• Taste: Very sweet, juicy, and refreshing
• Texture: Soft, pleasant with typical musky flavour

⏱️ Maturity

• Early to medium duration variety
• Harvesting: About 60–70 days after sowing (depending on climate and management)

⚖️ Fruit Weight

• Generally 0.5 to 2.0 kg per fruit

🌾 Yield

• Produces moderate to high yield under proper cultivation practices

🌿 Plant Features

• Vigorous vine growth
• Requires full sunlight and well-drained soil
• Suitable for both commercial farming and kitchen gardens

⭐ Special Features

• High sweetness and flavor (good for fresh consumption)
• Good adaptability to hot climates
• Popular traditional type (Kajri/Kajari group) grown in North India