Crimson Sweet Watermelon – 25 Seeds

$1.99

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Description

Grow the quintessential summer treat with our Crimson Sweet Watermelon seeds. This All-American Selections winner has been one of the most popular home garden watermelons for decades, and for good reason! It is celebrated for its exceptionally high sugar content, producing large, 25-pound melons with a wonderfully crisp, sweet, and juicy bright red flesh. A reliable and vigorous grower, this variety also boasts excellent disease resistance, making it the perfect choice for a bountiful summer harvest.

⭐ What you'll love

A classic All-American Selections award-winning variety.
Incredibly sweet, crisp, and juicy bright red flesh.
The classic, large, round watermelon with a beautiful striped rind.
A vigorous and productive vine with excellent disease resistance.

🌿 Seed details

Plant Name: Crimson Sweet Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
Type: All-American Selections Winner, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 8-12 foot vine
Days to Maturity: 80-90 days
USDA Zone: 3-12
Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

Sowing: Direct sow outdoors in a sunny spot after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is very warm (at least 75°F).
Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
Spacing: Sow seeds in hills, planting 4-6 seeds per hill and spacing hills 6-8 feet apart. Thin to the strongest 2-3 plants per hill.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil.
Watering: Water consistently and deeply, especially when fruits are forming.

✅ Our seed packets

Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!