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Watermelon · Standard (Full-Size)
Heirloom
Citrullus lanatus
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Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family) · Genus: Citrullus
About
Tender and very sweet heirloom. Oblong striped fruits grow up to 35 lbs.
Characteristics
Color
Orange
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Very Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
7–10 days
at 60–105 °F
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Days to Maturity
90 days
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Fruit Weight
Up to 560 oz
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
0-2 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
1 in
Seed Spacing
3 in
Row Spacing
60–84 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
70–95 °F
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Soil Temp
60–105 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in thoroughly warmed soil in full sun in spring after all danger of frost. Sow 4-6 seeds about 3" apart in hills 5-7' apart. Cover with 1" of fine soil; firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 7-10 days.
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