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Ali Baba

Watermelon · Standard (Full-Size)

Heirloom

Citrullus lanatus

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Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family) · Genus: Citrullus

Characteristics

Color
Red
Flavor
FruitySweet
Growth Habit
Vining
Intended Use
Storage
Interior Color
Red
Shape
Oblong
Texture
Crisp / Crunchy

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
Drought-Tolerant / Low Water
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Origin
Iraq
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Germination
5–10 days
at 60–105 °F
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Days to Maturity
85–95 days
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Fruit Weight
192–480 oz

How to Plant

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Start Indoors
2-4 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
1/2–1 in
Seed Spacing
3–12 in
Row Spacing
72–96 in
Thin To
24–36 in
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Plant in Hills
Yes
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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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