Stone Mountain Watermelon
Historic Variety
Watermelon, Stone Mountain (organic) - SOLD OUT
- Organic
- Round fruits grow to 30 pounds
- Sweet, pink flesh
- Thick, dark green rind prevents splitting and is good for pickling
- 80-95 days
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States.
Item Details
(aka Dixie Belle) Southern favorite introduced in 1924 by Hastings Seed Company of Atlanta, Georgia. One of the most popular watermelons during the 1930s and 1940s but now scarce. Round dark green fruits with sweet pink flesh average 30 pounds. Thick rind resists splitting, good choice for shipping or storage. Rind is also excellent for pickling. 80-95 days.
Learn to Grow Stone Mountain 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.