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๐๐ฟ European Watermelon Janosik โ Citrullus lanatus โ 10 Seeds
๐๐ฟ European Watermelon Janosik โ Citrullus lanatus โ 10 Seeds
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Enjoy the crisp, sweet flavor of European Watermelon Janosik (Citrullus lanatus), an early-maturing variety prized for its medium-sized, round fruits with bright red flesh and a refreshing taste. Perfect for home gardens, this watermelon thrives in warm climates and produces abundant yields of delicious melons.
Usage:
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Fresh eating and summer refreshments
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Fruit salads and desserts
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Seed saving for home gardeners
Sowing Time:
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Sow indoors 3โ4 weeks before last frost or direct sow outdoors when soil warms to 21ยฐC (70ยฐF)
Germination Time:
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7โ14 days
Sowing Depth:
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2โ3 cm (ยพโ1 inch)
Soil Requirements:
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Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
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pH 6.0โ7.5
Sunlight Requirements:
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Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Watering:
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Regular deep watering, reduce as fruit matures to enhance sweetness
Plant Spacing:
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90โ120 cm (3โ4 feet)
Growth Habit:
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Vining plant with sprawling habit
Maturity:
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70โ85 days from sowing
Fruit Size:
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Medium-sized, 5โ7 kg (11โ15 lbs)
Hardiness Zone:
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USDA Zones 4โ11 (grown as annual)
Other Benefits:
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Excellent flavor with crisp texture
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Good disease resistance
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Adapted to European climates
Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
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