Beautiful dark green rind with irregular stripes. The fruit grows 25 x 30 cm (10 x 12") in diameter and around 9-14 kg (20-30 lbs)! It has a sweet sugary crisp taste with bright golden-yellow flesh. Compact but vigorous productive vines.
SKU: 143212
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full sun
Days to Germination:
5 to 7 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
85 to 88 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Fruit
Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
Fill Weight (grams): 1.1
Approximate Seed Count: 8-10
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom, open pollinated
Color: Yellow
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Tolerance: Heat tolerant
Preparation Ideas: Eat fresh or make small watermelmon balls to use in fruit salad.
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Plant Spread: 60-90 cm (24-36")
Suggestions
Choose a site with good drainage, good air circulation, and full sun. They're ready to harvest when the skin on the underside turns yellow and when a thump with knuckles produces a hollow sound.