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Crimson Sweet Watermelon Seeds (Organic)

Crimson Sweet Watermelon Seeds (Organic)

Bold flavor, reliable yields.

  • Crimson Sweet Watermelon is a garden favorite renowned for its exceptional sweetness, firm texture, and reliable performance. This round variety typically weighs 15-25 pounds, making it the perfect size for family gatherings, picnics, or summer desserts. The rind is light green with distinctive dark green stripes, and the vibrant red flesh inside is crisp, juicy, and irresistibly sweet. Thriving in full sun and loose, well-draining soil, Crimson Sweet Watermelon matures in 80-90 days. This variety is well-known for its disease resistance, particularly to fusarium wilt and anthracnose, making it a dependable choice for gardeners in a range of climates. The plants are vigorous, with long vines that produce an abundance of high-quality fruit. Crimson Sweet’s combination of bold flavor, beautiful appearance, and consistent yields makes it a favorite among home gardeners and market growers. Whether served fresh, blended into drinks, or paired with other summer fruits, Crimson Sweet Watermelon is the perfect addition to your summer garden for a harvest that’s as delicious as it is plentiful.

  • Growing Zones: Suitable for USDA zones 6-9.

  • Chill Requirements: Typically, watermelons don't require specific chill hours for fruiting.

  • Bloom Time: Watermelon plants generally bloom in late spring to early summer.

  • Harvesting Dates: Crimson Sweet Watermelons are usually ready for harvest around mid-June to early July.

  • Looks: The Crimson Sweet Watermelon is characterized by its tough, medium-thick, light-green rind with small, dark-green stripes. It has bright, deep-red flesh.

  • Personality: Known for its high sugar content, this variety offers juicy, sweet-tart flesh with a delightful aroma.

  • Facts of Note: It's an All-American Selections winner, low in calories, high in lycopene, and suitable for various culinary uses.

  • Pollinator: Watermelons are generally self-pollinating.

  • Ideal Soil Temperatures: Watermelons prefer soil temperatures between 75°F to 95°F (24°C to 35°C) for optimal growth.

  • Planting Depths: Sow seeds about 1/2 inch deep in well-draining soil.

  • Germination Periods: Watermelon seeds typically germinate within 3-9 days.

  • Height at Maturity: Vines can grow up to 18-24 inches in height.

  • Days to Maturity: Crimson Sweet Watermelons usually mature in around 88 days.

  • Sun/ Shade: Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.

  • Spacing After Thinning: Proper spacing is crucial for healthy growth; plant watermelon seeds or seedlings about 4-6 feet apart.

  • Approx Seeds per Pack: 25 Seeds | Per 1/4 lb bulk: 2,554
USDA Certified Organic
Note: This item is made to order and can take up to 3-5 days to prepare.
Quantity Discounts for Crimson Sweet Watermelon Seeds (Organic)
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Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb

Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H

Features

  • Heirloom
  • Open-Pollinated

Characteristics

Organic Status: Certified Organic Product
USDA Growing Zone: 3 - 9
Approximate Harvest Time : Late Summer
Growth Habit : Vining
Life Cycle : Tender Annual
Plant Family : Curcubitaceae (Curcubits)
Planting Time : Spring
Planting Time : Summer
Seed Unit Sizes : Bulk
Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack
Soil pH : 5.6 - 6.0
Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5
Starting Location : Direct Sow
Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant
Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: Watermelon prefers light, loamy, fertile, deep, well-draining soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. Add plenty of organic matter. Water plants amply until setting out, then water more sparingly. Mulch to prevent weed competition.

Planting & Growing: Start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost or sow seeds directly after frost. Set out 3-4 transplants per hill, selecting the strongest two when vines are 1'-2' long. Watermelons are large vining plants that can take over an extensive garden space. They can be trellised, but use slings to support the developing fruit.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest melons when the tendril closest to the stem turns dry and brown and the stem becomes brittle. Eat fresh, freeze flesh in a honey-based syrup, or pickle the rind.

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Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

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