Item Number: SNV8418
Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds (Organic)
Sweet flavor, compact size.
Sugar Baby Watermelon is a compact, early-maturing variety known for its sweet flavor and small, manageable size. Perfect for small gardens or backyard spaces, these watermelons produce round fruits weighing 8-12 pounds, making them ideal for fresh eating or adding to fruit salads. Their deep red flesh is juicy and refreshing, while the thin, dark green rind minimizes waste.
Thriving in full sun and warm conditions, Sugar Baby Watermelon is drought-tolerant and well-suited for home gardeners seeking a reliable, low-maintenance crop. This heirloom variety is a favorite among those looking for early maturing watermelon varieties, as it typically reaches harvest in just 75-85 days from planting. For the best results, plant in well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter, and ensure consistent watering during the fruiting stage.
Whether you're growing small watermelons for personal enjoyment or sharing with friends and family, this sweet, compact watermelon variety delivers big on flavor and convenience. It’s an excellent choice for anyone interested in small-space fruit gardening or cultivating drought-tolerant watermelon varieties. Add Sugar Baby Watermelon to your garden for a delightful summer treat that’s easy to grow and even easier to enjoy!
Watermelon - Sugar Baby - Citrullus lanatus
Tender Annual Heirloom. This reliable, somewhat drought-tolerant watermelon was developed in 1959. The cute, round, 5-6 pound fruits have reddish orange flesh underneath a rind that is nearly black when ripe. Sugar Baby grows to a fridge friendly size and is a perfect choice for small gardens.
Did You Know? Watermelons are native to southern Africa.
Soil Temperature: 70-95°F
Planting Depth: 1"-1 1/2"
Germination: 10-20 Days
Height At Maturity: Vine
Days to Maturity: 76 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 3'-5'
Approx Seeds per Pack: 25 | Per 1/4 lb bulk: 1,794
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Grow on a Trellis
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil and 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 and 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 and 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
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).
