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Watermelon Seeds (Organic) - Crimson Sweet

Sweet heirloom favorite for home gardener

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Climbing
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Ground Cover
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Citrullus lanatus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Vining

COLOR

  • Red

We are happy to be able to offer a Certified Organic variety of our ever popular Crimson Sweet Watermelon seeds. The name of this Watermelon seed will not let you down, producing a delicious, large fruit with a bright crimson flesh. A perfect choice of Organic Seeds sure to please everyone from the home gardener to the most discerning farmers market customer. Watermelons grow best in warm weather and sandy soils. Make sure their trailing vines have plenty of space and let your melons enjoy the warm summer sun for delicious, sweet harvests!

  • • Light and Dark Green Stripes with Crisp and Very Sweet Red Flesh
  • • Popular for its High Sugar Content and Sweet Flavor
  • • Prefers Full Sun Exposure and Warm Weather

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 36 to 48 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 59
1 Ounce 590

Planting Guide

View our Watermelon Planting Guide to learn more.

Ready to Grow

We guarantee that our seeds & bulbs will be true to type and ready to thrive. If something doesn't grow as expected, we will make it right. Questions? Call us at 855-440-2929

Watermelon Seeds (Organic) - Crimson Sweet

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Watermelon Seeds (Organic) - Crimson Sweet FAQs

Is Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon resistant to animals or disease?

Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon shows resistance to Anthracnose and Fusarium Wilt, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon?

Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon is classified as heirloom seed, open pollinated seed, and organic seed.

How big will Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon get?

Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon grows to 25+ pounds.

What is the flavor profile of Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon?

Crimson Sweet (Organic) Watermelon has a flavor profile described as sweet, juicy, crisp, and refreshing.

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