(Citrullus lanatus) A midseason variety bred by Asgrow Seed Company
and introduced in 1972. Peacock-type with uniform
mildly sweet pink flesh and hard rind. Resistant to
fusarium wilt. Well suited for shipping. 95 days.
DIRECT SEED
1/2" Deep
SEEDS TO HILL
6-8 Seeds
THIN
To 3-4 Plants
LIGHT
Full Sun
Green Thumb Tip Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after
danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed.
Space hills 8' apart in all directions. Seeds will
germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors
4 weeks before transplanting out. Watermelons love
heat and prefer sandy or light-textured soils.
(Please note:
bulk orders will be sent with a "fruit blotch" statement of waiver)
