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๐๐๐ Watermelon Crimson Sweet Seeds (Citrullus lanatus) โ 20 Seeds โ Sweet, Juicy, Classic Watermelon Variety
๐๐๐ Watermelon Crimson Sweet Seeds (Citrullus lanatus) โ 20 Seeds โ Sweet, Juicy, Classic Watermelon Variety
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Description:
๐ฟ Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus
๐ Common Name: Watermelon Crimson Sweet
๐ฆ Quantity: 20 seeds
๐ฑ Type: Popular heirloom watermelon variety known for its sweet, juicy red flesh and striking striped rind
Watermelon Crimson Sweet is a classic favorite for home gardens, prized for its high sugar content, crisp texture, and vibrant red flesh. The fruits have a distinctive dark and light green striped rind, making them easy to identify and highly attractive for fresh eating, salads, and summer gatherings.
๐ Sowing Time:
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Indoors: Start seeds 3โ4 weeks before last frost date
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Outdoors: Sow directly after the soil warms to at least 21ยฐC (70ยฐF)
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Germination: 7โ10 days under warm conditions
๐ชด Growing Instructions:
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Sowing Depth: 2โ3 cm (0.8โ1.2 inches)
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Spacing: Space hills 90โ120 cm (36โ48 inches) apart for sprawling vines
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Germination Temperature: 25โ30ยฐC (77โ86ยฐF)
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Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
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Watering: Consistent moisture; reduce watering as fruit ripens for better sweetness
๐ฑ Soil & Conditions:
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Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy loam enriched with organic matter
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Soil pH: 6.0โ7.0
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Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer with extra potassium for fruit development
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Climate: Warm, sunny climates ideal; sensitive to frost
๐ง๐พ Usage:
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Enjoy fresh, sliced, or in fruit salads and smoothies
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Excellent for summer picnics, parties, and refreshing snacks
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Seeds can be roasted or saved for future planting
๐ฟ Plant Characteristics:
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Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically 4โ6 kg (9โ13 lbs)
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Rind: Dark and light green stripes
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Flesh: Bright red, sweet, and crisp
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Maturity: 80โ90 days from sowing
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Growth Habit: Sprawling vine with large leaves
Each package contains 1 g of Crimson Sweet watermelon seeds, which is about 20 seeds.
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