Crimson Sweet

(Citrullus lanatus) This classic watermelon variety has maintained its popularity for decades and for good reason.  Healthy vines produce an abundance of watermelons usually ranging from 20-25 pounds.  Melons have a classic green striped rind with a medium red center.  Flesh is crisp, juicy and bursting with sweet flavor.  Very reliable variety.  85 days to harvest.  25 seeds per packet.

CULTURE:  Direct sow seeds outdoors 2 weeks after last frost, once soil temps have reached 70 degrees.  Sow 3-5 seeds per hill with 3 to 4 feet between hills and to 8 feet between rows.  Under ideal conditions germination will occur in 5-8 days.  Watermelons are ready to harvest when the tendril nearest the melon has dried and the belly of the melon has turned yellow.