Watermelon Crimson Sweet – Cornucopia Seeds
Citrullus lanatus
Dark green, round and full of sweet flavor with fewer seeds, this disease tolerant variety is also easy to grow. Melons weigh up to 25 lbs. and are ready to harvest in about 85 days.
1.7g.
| Light | Full sun |
| Hill spacing | 4 feet |
| Plants per hill | 2-3 |
| Planting depth | 1/2 inch |
| Days to germination | 5-7 |
| Plant height | 15 foot vines |
Gardener’s Notes: Melons need warm weather to grow. Plant seed in late spring after temperatures reach 21C (70F). Seed may be started indoors 3-4 weeks before planting outdoors. Transplant when seedlings have 3-4 leaves. When planting outdoors, sow 4-6 seeds in a 12-inch circle. Thin seedlings to strongest 2-3 plants. Keep soil moist when fruits develop. Harvest when rind is dull and underside of melon turns yellow.Â
