Watermelon Seeds - Sugar Baby Bush

Bring summer sweetness to your garden with Sugar Baby Bush Watermelon Seeds, a compact and early-maturing watermelon variety perfect for limited spaces. These non-GMO seeds produce small, round fruits (6–12 lbs) with crisp, deep-red flesh and a rich, sugary flavor that makes every bite refreshing and juicy.

Unlike sprawling traditional varieties, Sugar Baby Bush watermelons grow on short, manageable vines—ideal for containers, raised beds, or small garden plots. Known for its high productivity and consistent flavor, this variety is a favorite among home gardeners.

Features

• Compact Bush Growth: Perfect for container and small-space gardening.
• Early Maturity: Harvest sweet, ripe watermelons in just 75–80 days.
• Sweet & Juicy Flesh: Deep red, crisp texture with rich flavor.
• Non-GMO Variety: Naturally cultivated for reliable germination.
• High Yield: Produces multiple fruits per plant in ideal conditions.
• Perfect for Home Gardens: Easy to maintain, highly rewarding harvests.

Specifications

• Common Name: Watermelon
• Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Variety: Sugar Baby Bush
• Plant Type: Annual fruiting vine
• Zones: USDA 4–10
• Season: Warm-season crop (Summer)
• Days to Maturity: 75–80 days
• Growth Habit: Compact bush-type vines (up to 3.5 ft)
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy loam, rich in organic matter
• Soil pH: 6.0–6.8
• Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture is key
• Fruit Size: 6–12 lbs
• Fruit Shape: Round
• Rind Color: Dark green with light stripes
• Flesh Color: Deep red
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, refreshing
• Temperature Range: 70–95°F
• Pollination: Insect-pollinated
• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
• Best Planting Time: After the last frost
• Uses: Fresh eating, salads, smoothies, summer treats

Planting Guide

• Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost when soil temperature is above 70°F.
• Plant 1 inch deep and space 3 feet apart in rows 4–5 feet apart.
• Thin seedlings to the healthiest plants once established.
• Keep soil moist, especially during flowering and fruiting stages.
• Harvest when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and the underside turns cream-yellow.