Description
Golden Midget Watermelon is a widely adapted, heirloom variety with compact vines that need only a small space and are excellent for either small garden areas or planting in containers. The thin tough green rind turns golden-orange when mature and the 7-8 inch, oval melons are very sweet with rich-red flesh.
Planting and Care Direct seed when the soil reaches 75-80 deg. into rich, fertile soil. Usually sown in groups (hills) of 3-5 seeds and thinned to the 2 strongest plants per group. In areas with cool spring soils start plants indoors at 80-85 degrees, 2-3 weeks before the last frost date, in deep pots that can be set into the soil without disturbing the roots of the seedlings. Transplant at the 4 leaf stage. Germination temperature: 75-80 deg. Water regularly and fertilize when 6″ (15 cm) tall and the lateral runners begin to spread. Place mulch or straw under the melons to keep them off of the soil.
Harvest Allow fruits to reach full size and cut from the vine when the rind color changes to golden-orange. The skin should be firm and when thumped, a dull hollow sound should indicate ripeness.
Your Health Watermelon is a great source of potassium, Vitamins A, B and C.
Germ: 3-5 daysMaturity: 65-82 daysNet Wt. per Packet: 1.5 gramsApproximate Seed Count: 15 Seeds/Packet
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