Muskmelon Kashi Madhu is a popular, sweet, orange-fleshed muskmelon variety developed in India, known for its high sugar content (Total Soluble Solids), round yellow fruits with green sutures, and suitability for growing in North Indian regions like Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Delhi. It matures around 90 days and offers excellent flavor and aroma, making it a preferred choice for farmers and consumers. 

Key Characteristics:

• Appearance: Round fruits with a yellow rind and prominent green stripes (sutures).
• Flesh: Deep orange, offering high sweetness and a distinct aroma.
• Sweetness: High in Total Soluble Solids (TSS), indicating high sugar content (around 11-12% Brix).
• Maturity: Ready for harvest in about 90 days from sowing.
• Suitability: Recommended for Agroecological Zone IV in India (UP, Uttaranchal, Delhi, Punjab, Bihar). 

Growing & Harvesting:

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy soil rich in organic matter.
• Sunlight: Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Watering: Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Harvest: Harvest when fruits are fully ripe, around 90 days after planting, or when they develop full color and aroma.