| Name: Fresh Watermelon Seeds for Planting - Sweet, Juicy & Easy to Grow - Bonsai or Garden
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| Quantity: 50pcs, 100pcs, 200pcs, 500pcs |
| Days to Germination: 7-14 days |
| Sowing: Direct sow after last frost; soil temp 70-90°F (21-32°C); depth 1 inch (2.5 cm) |
| Light Preference: Full sun (6-8 hours daily) |
| Plant Height: 12-24 inches (30-60 cm) trailing vines |
| Plant Spacing: 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 m) between plants; 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 m) between rows |
| Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3-10 (annual in cooler zones) |
| Harvest: 70-90 days after sowing; when rind turns dull, underside yellows |
| Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy loam; pH 6.0-6.8; rich in organic matter |
| Uses: Fresh eating, desserts, juices; ornamental/garden display |
| Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus |
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Planting Steps:
- 1. Prepare soil with compost.
- 2. Sow seeds 1" deep.
- 3. Keep moist.
- 4. Thin seedlings.
- 5. Mulch.
- 6. Water deeply 1-2x/week.
- 7. Fertilize lightly.
- 8. Monitor pests/diseases.
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