The center-piece of the 22 botanicals is a type of French cantaloupe. Melon Charentais “is considered the best melon ever developed because of its high sugar content, smooth texture and ambrosial fragrance.” [source] They’re commercially scarce because of their soft skin— so the best way to get good ones is to go right to the source. The melon’s flesh may highlight the botanical bill; however, several types of citrus and a couple surprises like sichuan pepper illustrate how diverse Citadelle Jardin d’été’s garden really is.