Citrullus lanatus
Citrullus lanatus
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These round melons are high in vitamins A, B, and C and can grow to 25 pounds.
These organic watermelon seeds are a season favorite!
Crimson Sweet Watermelon's sweet flavor and vibrant hue make it an ideal addition to salads, smoothies or just enjoyed on its own.
This classic summer favorite is nutrient-rich, loaded with vitamins and minerals, and beautifully distinctive.
Full Sun
6 - 8 Days
85 Days
4 - 8"
Moist (2 in / week)
Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
Fill Weight (grams): 1.1
Flavor: Crisp and intensely sweet with high sugar content.
Preparation Ideas: A sweet treat for a hot day when sliced and served as a snack.
Plant Type: Fruit
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Approximate Seed Count: 3 - 10
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Spring|Summer
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Start Crimson Sweet Watermelon seeds indoors 4 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Take care not to disturb roots when transplanting. Or, sow a few seeds over a hill 9"-12" tall and 2' across. When the plants are 3" tall, thin by cutting to 3 plants per hill. Use a balanced fertilizer to increase yield.
Planting Depth: 0.5"
Seed Spacing: Sow Crimson Sweet Watermelon seeds roughly 6' apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 5' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
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.
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