Watermelon - Wildcat F1 Seeds for Planting and Gardening - Premium Quality Seeds for Home and Garden Cultivation

Experience the unbeatable sweetness and vigor of Wildcat F1 Hybrid Watermelon Seeds, a premium-quality hybrid variety bred for high yields, disease resistance, and exceptional fruit quality. Known for its crisp, juicy flesh and deep red color, this watermelon variety thrives in sunny, warm regions, making it perfect for summer gardens. Ideal for both home gardeners and small-scale growers, it delivers consistent results and delicious, refreshing fruits with every harvest.

Features

• Hybrid F1 Quality: Engineered for superior performance, taste, and productivity.

• Sweet, Crisp Texture: Produces deep red, juicy flesh with a refreshing flavor.

• High Yield & Vigorous Growth: Consistent fruiting with large, uniform melons.

• Disease Resistant: Tolerant to common watermelon diseases like Fusarium wilt.

• Adaptable Growth: Suitable for various soil types and garden conditions.

• Perfect for Home Gardens: Great for backyard, raised beds, and small farms.

Specifications

• Common Name: Wildcat F1 Watermelon

• Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus

• Seed Type: Non-GMO Hybrid Fruit Seeds (F1 Variety)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 – 11

• Growth Habit: Annual, trailing vine

• Mature Height: 12 – 18 inches (30 – 45 cm)

• Vine Spread: 6 – 10 feet (1.8 – 3 m)

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

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy loam

• Soil pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Watering Needs: Deep, consistent watering during fruit development

• Fertilization: Use balanced organic fertilizer or compost during the growing season

• Germination Time: 7 – 14 days

• Planting Depth: 1 inch (2.5 cm)

• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer

• Temperature for Germination: 75 – 90°F (24 – 32°C)

• Days to Maturity: 85 – 95 days after sowing

• Fruit Size: 15 – 25 lbs (7 – 11 kg) average

• Fruit Shape: Oval to round

• Rind Color: Dark green with light green striping

• Flesh Color: Deep red

• Pollination: Insect-pollinated (requires bees)

• Lifespan: Annual crop

• Uses: Fresh eating, fruit salads, smoothies, and cold desserts

Planting Guide

1. Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors when soil is warm.

2. Plant 1 inch deep in rich, well-drained soil.

3. Space plants 3–4 feet apart in rows 5–6 feet apart.

4. Keep soil moist during germination and fruiting; avoid waterlogging.

5. Provide full sunlight and mulch to retain soil warmth.

6. Harvest when tendrils near fruit turn brown and rind emits a hollow sound when tapped.