Description

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a plant species in the family Cucurbitaceae, a vine-like flowering plant . It is a highly cultivated fruit worldwide. The fruit is a 'pepo' - a fleshy fruit protected by a thick leathery rind. The fruit is smooth, light to dark green in color and can be striped, marbled or solid green.

Plant

Round, uniform intense green, brilliant red flesh, TSS 11.5-12.5 degree brix. Average fruit weight of 7-8kgs. It has tolerance to Fusarium wilt. It's an Early maturing hybrid.

Maturity

Harvest starts from 55 days

Environment

Watermelon needs a light, well-draining soil, rich in organic matter and with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Watermelon should be planted in full sun and heavy feeders. They need to be provided with even soil moisture and fertilized regularly. Vining varieties can grow to very large sizes and require a good deal of space.

Planting & Growing Instructions

Sow the seeds 2 cm deep. Regularly apply nutrients and plant protection

Height after growth

10-12 Feet

Planting Season

Year round 

Note

Used as seeds only and not for consumption.Seeds to be sown before expiry date