Watermelon Plant Seeds – Sweet Summer Fruiting Garden Variety

Overview

Watermelon Seeds produce vigorous, fast-growing vines that yield large, juicy fruits loved for their refreshing sweetness. Ideal for sunny home gardens and open fields, watermelons thrive in warm climates and fertile soil.

These summer favorites are perfect for home gardeners who want a high-yield, easy-to-grow fruiting plant. Watermelon vines spread quickly, covering garden beds or trellises while producing crisp, sweet fruit with deep red or pink flesh.

Features

• Premium quality non-GMO Watermelon seeds
• Produces large, sweet, and juicy fruits
• Heat-loving summer crop suitable for most US regions
• Great for backyard gardens, farms, or raised beds
• Fast-growing vines with high yield potential
• Ideal for fresh eating and summer harvests

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
• Seed Type: Annual fruiting plant, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Late spring through early summer (after frost danger)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (warm-season crop)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile loam or sandy soil; pH 6.0–7.5
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after frost; plant ½–1 inch deep
• Germination Time: 7–10 days at 75–90°F
• Days to Maturity: 80–100 days from sowing (variety-dependent)
• Spacing: 3–4 feet between plants, 5–6 feet between rows
• Plant Height: Vine length up to 10 feet (trailing habit)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; deep watering once or twice per week
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Harvest Season: Mid to late summer
• Yield: High; 2–4 large fruits per plant under ideal conditions
• Storage Use: Seeds can be saved from ripe fruit and stored in cool, dry conditions