The total land area is 10,503.2 square kilometres (4,055.3 sq mi) and the total population is 19,434. All the islands are currently under Russian jurisdiction, and most are internationally recognized as Russian.
As the summer progresses and the fruits reach full size remove a few leaves to allow the fruit to ripen. Harvest: July to August. 65 to 70 days to maturity. Cantaloupe melons can range in size from 0.5 to 5.0 kg (1.1 to 11 lb). F1 Pepito typically weighs 1.2 to 1.4 kg. When they are ripe the skin will be a dull yellow background with raised netting.
Cantaloupes emit a strong fragrance when ripe. Gardeners grow cantaloupes (Cucumis melo) for a sweet and refreshing summertime treat. Cantaloupes come in several varieties, including Mission, Ambrosia and Rocky Sweet, each with a slightly different flavor, color and texture. In general, cantaloupes grow hardy to Sunset Climate Zone 21, but they need a long, warm growing season to set fruit. Select an early-maturing variety to harvest ripe fruit before cool temperatures arrive.