Crimson Sweet - Organic Watermelon Seeds

SKU: ME110

Open-Pollinated

Certified Organic

Heirloom

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Packet 30 seeds

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Crimson Sweet is the backyard standard: round-oval fruits with striped rinds, crisp scarlet flesh, and balanced sweetness. Bred in 1963 by Kansas State University, it’s still a favorite for its disease tolerance (Fusarium, Anthracnose) and consistent yields. Watermelons offer hydration and lycopene, especially in red types. Sow in warm soil, thin to strong vines, and side-dress with compost when runners extend. Harvest when the bottom yellows and the nearest tendril curls brown. Slice thick wedges for cookouts or freeze chunks for smoothies—Crimson Sweet does picnic duty without fuss.

How to Grow

Direct seed 2 to 3 weeks after average last frost date and when daytime soil temperatures are near 70°f. Or, start watermelon seed indoors 3-4 weeks before your anticipated planting date. Set transplants in the garden 2 to 3 weeks after danger of frost has passed. Watermelon seedlings are tender. Do not disturb roots when transplanting, and water thoroughly. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 70-90°F. Delay transplanting until your soil has thoroughly warmed up in the spring. Watermelons are a true warm season crop and can benefit from planting on black plastic and/or using row covers.

Growing Specs

Scientific name: citrullus lanatus
Days to maturity: 90
Seed depth: 1"
Days to sprout: 5-10
Plant spacing: 24-48"
Row spacing: 4-6'
Light requirements: sunny
Plant height: 6-12"
Life cycle: annual
Frost hardy: no

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