Daily
Water Requirement
Outdoor Sun
Sunlight Requirement
All Seasons
Sowing Season
Annual
Type
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
