Crimson Sweet Watermelon Fruit Seeds

Key Features:

• High-Yield Variety: Produces large, round melons averaging 20–25 lbs each.

• Sweet & Juicy Flesh: Deep red, crisp, and flavorful with high sugar content.

• Non-GMO & Heirloom Seeds: Naturally bred for purity and consistent growth.

• Disease Resistant: Tolerant to anthracnose and fusarium wilt.

• Adaptable Growth: Performs well in warm, sunny climates.

• Perfect for Home Gardens & Farms: Excellent for fresh eating and beverages.

• Long Storage Life: Thick rind helps extend freshness post-harvest.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus

• Common Name (US): Watermelon – Crimson Sweet

• Plant Type: Annual Fruiting Vine

• Fruit Size: 20–25 lbs (9–11 kg) per melon

• Fruit Shape: Round to oval

• Flesh Color: Bright red

• Rind Color: Light green with dark green stripes

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Water Requirements: Regular deep watering; avoid overwatering

• Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Planting Depth: ½ inch (1.2 cm)

• Spacing: 3–4 feet between plants; 6 feet between rows

• Days to Maturity: 80–90 days from sowing

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom

• Pollination: Insect-pollinated

• Harvest Season: Summer

• Lifespan: Annual

• Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry place

Planting Guide:

1. Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny site with well-drained soil. Enrich with compost before sowing.

2. Sowing Indoors (Optional): Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost.

3. Direct Sowing: Plant outdoors once soil warms to at least 70°F (21°C).

4. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge; reduce watering once vines establish.

5. Support Growth: Mulch around plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds.

6. Pollination: Encourage bees for effective fruit set.

7. Harvesting: Harvest when underside of melon turns creamy yellow and vine tendril near fruit dries.