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Watermelon

Watermelon


Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture

  • Varieties grown~ 4 pack
  • SUGAR BABY
Edible
Edible
Garden
Garden
Full Sun
Full Sun
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Pollinators
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Needs full sun, at least 8-10 hours daily and well-drained soil with consistent moisture but not soggy conditions, heavy feeding, and essential pollination by bees, making late spring planting after frost and warm soil (65-70°F) crucial for success. 


 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Garden
  • Edible

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Creeping/Ground Cover

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Pollinators

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained


Genus Overview: Watermelon

Common Name: Watermelon

A large, sweet, vining fruits, known for their hard rind, juicy flesh, smooth, green/striped rinds, diverse shapes (round, oval), seedless/seeded options, and a sweet flavor profile, often with a refreshing, hydrating quality, making them popular for fresh eating.