Organic Watermelon Seeds
Delight in the refreshment of growing your own watermelons with our Organic Watermelon Seeds. Known for their large size and sweet, hydrating flesh, these watermelons are perfect for summer snacking, juicing, and desserts. Our seeds produce fruits that are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients like vitamins C and A, and rich in antioxidants, making them a healthy choice for your garden.
Benefits and Uses
- Hydration: Comprised of about 90% water, watermelons are excellent for staying hydrated.
- Rich in Nutrients: Provides vitamin C, beta-carotene, lycopene, and citrulline, supporting overall health.
- Digestive Health: Contains fiber that aids digestion and promotes gut health.
- Skin Care: Vitamin C enhances collagen production for healthy skin.
- Heart Health: Potassium content helps regulate blood pressure.
Specifications
- Common Name: Watermelon
- Temperature Requirements: Thrives between 65°F and 95°F
- Water Requirements: 1 to 2 inches per week, maintaining moist soil
- Sunlight: Requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy loam with pH levels of 5.18-5.60
- Fertilization: Use potassium and phosphorus-based fertilizers for optimal growth
- Germination: Typically between 3-10 days
- Harvest Season: 65 to 90 days from germination
- Number of Seeds: 10gm worth of seeds per packet
Sowing and Growing Watermelon Seeds
- Seed Preparation: Start the seeds indoors in pots to protect from late frosts.
- Planting: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep in a rich, well-draining potting mix.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings are sturdy and the threat of frost has passed, transplant outdoors into a sunny, well-ventilated spot.
- Spacing: Space mounds about 10 feet apart as vines grow 10 to 15 feet.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Support: Use black plastic mulch to warm the soil and speed up germination.
Care Tips
- Soil Maintenance: Enhance the soil with organic compost to provide nutrients.
- Regular Watering: Essential for fruit development, especially during dry spells.
- Pest Management: Monitor for common pests like cucumber beetles and use organic methods to control them.
- Disease Prevention: Keep foliage dry to prevent mildew; water in the morning so leaves can dry during the day.
Harvesting Watermelon
- Indicators of Ripeness: Look for a yellow spot on the underside and dull sounding thump when tapped.
- Harvest Method: Use a sharp knife to cut the melon from the vine.
Why Choose Our Watermelon Seeds?
- High-Quality Seeds: Our best watermelon seeds to plant are organically certified, and selected for their superior germination rates and fruit quality.
- Versatile Use: Perfect for raw consumption, in salads, juices, or making desserts.
- Organic Gardening Support: We offer full support on how to grow and care for your watermelons to ensure successful gardening.
Grow your own lush, fruitful watermelon patch this season with Bombay Seeds’ Organic Watermelon Seeds. Ideal for gardeners looking for watermelon seeds for sale that yield large, flavorful melons. Dive into the world of gardening with these high-performing organic melon seeds and enjoy the fruits of your labor in the comfort of your home!
