Small Shining Light Watermelon
- Round fruits grow to 10-12 inches
- Red flesh and dark green-black rind
- Sweet, holds well in storage
- Early maturing, good for short seasons
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Item Details
Traditional Russian watermelon introduced to American gardeners by SSE in 1991. Round 10-12" fruits with a very dark green rind and sweet red flesh. Early maturing variety that is well suited for northerly gardens and high altitudes. Great little icebox melon, holds for several weeks after picking. 80-90 days.
Learn to Grow Small Shining Light Watermelon
Direct Seed: 1/2" Deep
Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds
Thin: To 3-4 Plants
Light: Full Sun
Instructions - 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.
Ratings & Reviews
1 review
Lovely little gem
by Carol
I planted some of my melons rather late this year, so I needed a variety that would mature quickly, and chose this one. So glad I did! The vines are healthy and productive, and the melons are adorable - two people can share one for breakfast or dessert. Our fruits are mostly 6-8 inches in diameter, and very flavorful. We will certainly grow these again next year.