3 grams / packet
1. Short Description
80-90 days. Non-GMO Crimson Sweet Watermelon Seeds. Crimson Sweet Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), is a bold favorite among avid watermelon growers. A 15-20 lb. fruit with a very fine and sweet texture.
2. More Details and tips:
Crimson Sweet Watermelon - Garden Seed
Crimson Sweet Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is raved about by professional and at-home growers because of its reliable results and uncompromised flavor! High yields and consistent growth is prized because growing watermelon takes all summer long!
Crimson Sweet Watermelon is an annual in zones 3-9. If outside of these zones, consider growing indoors in a greenhouse. The plant will produce flowers over its growth cycle. It is best to deadhead these blooms to promote fruit growth.
Rap the surface of this watermelon. If it lets out a low thud, it is ready to harvest. If the sound is higher pitched, it’s not ready to be picked yet. Where the fruit meets the grown is a good place to check. If the bottom is cream or yellow, it is time to harvest.
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus “Crimson Sweet”
Variety: Crimson Sweet
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Seeds per Oz: Approx 420
Days to Maturity: Approx 80-90 days
Features:
Non-GMO: Yes
Organic: No
Heirloom: Yes
Treated: No
Pelleted: No
Hybrid: No
Open Pollinated: Yes
Plant Type: Annual, Tender Annual
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Uses: Smoothies, Juices, Eating Raw, Pickling
Temp Preference: Warmer
Light Preference: Full Sun
Resistances: None
Comments: Susceptible to cucumber beetles and melon aphids and to fungal diseases like gummy stem blight, anthracnose, and downy mildew.