Watermelon Seeds - Cal Sweet

BOTANICAL NAME

Citrullus lanatus

LIFE CYCLE

• Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

• 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

• Vining

COLOR

• Red

Easy to grow, this variety is adaptable and tolerant! A favorite of commercial producers, as well as home gardeners, Heirloom Cal Sweet grows large, oblong shaped melons that are just packed full of bright, sweet flesh. The perfect summertime treat! A perfect crop for summer, Watermelons take their time to mature, but don't rush them--it's all that time in the sun that makes them so sweet and delicious!

• • Oblong-Shaped, Dark Green Rind with Super Sweet Red Flesh
• • Adaptable and Tolerant; Deliciously Crisp Flavor
• • Prefers Full Sun Exposure and Warm Weather

PLANTING SEASON

• Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow
• Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

• 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

• High

PLANT SPACING

• 36 to 48 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• N/A - Annual