{"product_id":"watermelon-sweetie-citrullus-lanatus","title":"Watermelon Sweetie - Citrullus lanatus","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWatermelon Sweetie -\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatermelon Sweetie produces large, oblong fruits with deliciously sweet flesh and a strong striped green rind. The vigorous vines produce high quality fruit with good keeping qualities. Fruits are best harvested when the underside turns yellow and the watermelon sounds hollow when tapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring and Summer. In warmer areas, sowing can extend into early Autumn. Watermelons require warm soil and plenty of sunshine to grow well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun in a warm, sheltered position. Allow plenty of space for the vigorous vines to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell drained, fertile soil enriched with compost or well rotted manure. Prepare the soil with organic fertiliser before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow 2 to 3 seeds per group, with groups 40 to 50 cm apart. Thin seedlings to the 2 strongest plants once established. Allow approximately 100 cm between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 to 10 days. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 12 to 14 weeks from sowing, depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly into the garden once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has passed. Watermelon plants do not like root disturbance, so direct sowing is recommended where conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare the soil well before planting by incorporating compost or well rotted manure. Keep plants well watered throughout the growing season, particularly while the plants are flowering and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatermelons produce vigorous trailing vines, so give them plenty of room to spread. A warm position with good sunlight will encourage strong growth and better fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo encourage additional side shoots, pinch out the growing tips when plants reach around 5 to 6 leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the underside of the fruit turns yellow and the watermelon produces a hollow sound when tapped. Regular harvesting encourages you to pick the fruit at its best stage of ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHOP SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049180123450,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3245\/7530\/files\/watermelon-sweetie-citrullus-lanatus-8813637.png?v=1789259287","url":"https:\/\/www.shopseeds.com.au\/products\/watermelon-sweetie-citrullus-lanatus","provider":"SHOP SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}