Watermelon Seeds (Crimson Sweet Red)

Product Description

• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: Warm climate; suitable for summer and rainy seasons
• Plant Height: 12-18 inches (vine length up to 8 feet)
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant per week
• Life Span: 3-4 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 24-32°C
• Harvesting Time: 80-90 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag, 36x24x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 10+

Specifications of Watermelon Seeds (Crimson Sweet Red)

Watermelons are large, vine-like flowering plants cultivated for their juicy, sweet fruits. The Crimson Sweet Red variety is particularly known for its vibrant red flesh and delicious flavor.

Benefits / Uses of Watermelon

• Rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants
• Refreshing summer fruit, great for hydration and snacking
• Open-pollinated seeds allow for reuse from harvested fruits

Planting and Care for Watermelons

• Sowing Watermelon Seeds: Plant seeds in well-drained soil in a sunny spot, 1 inch deep.
• Growing Watermelons: Requires warm temperatures and regular watering. Ensure good soil drainage to prevent root rot. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvesting Watermelons: Harvest when fruits are fully ripe and sound hollow when tapped.

Precautions While Growing Watermelons

• Use loamy, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8.
• Protect from pests like aphids and cucumber beetles with appropriate insecticides.
• Provide support for vines as they grow to ensure proper fruit development.
• Avoid overwatering to prevent fruit cracking and diseases.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Susceptible to diseases like powdery mildew and bacterial fruit blotch; use fungicides as needed.
• Yellowing leaves may indicate nutrient deficiencies; fertilize with balanced nutrients to promote healthy growth.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Hindi: तरबूज (Tarbūj)
• Tamil: குடம்பளியின் விதைகள் (Kuṭampaliyiṉ viṭaikaḷ)
• Malayalam: വല്ലാറ്റിയെറ്റ് (Vallāṟṟiyet)
• Kannada: ಕಲ್ಲಂಬಳ್ಳಿ ಹಣ್ಣುಗಳು (Kallaṃbaḷḷi haṇṇugaḷu)
• Telugu: పుచ్చకాయ (Puccakāya)
• Marathi: कलंब (Kalaṁba)
• Bengali: তরমুজ (Taramuja)

No. of Watermelon Seeds in a Packet

• Each packet contains 10+ Seeds