What makes Crimson Sweet watermelon popular?
Crimson Sweet is a beloved heirloom known for large, round, striped melons with crisp, deep-red, very sweet flesh and relatively few seeds.
How long until Crimson Sweet watermelon is ripe?
It matures in about 80-85 days. Look for a curly tendril near the stem that has dried brown and a creamy-yellow ground spot where the melon rests.
How big do Crimson Sweet melons get?
Fruit typically weighs 15-25 pounds. Give plants steady water and full heat through the season for the largest, sweetest melons.
How far apart should watermelon plants be spaced?
Plant in hills of 2-3 plants spaced 6-8 feet apart, as the vines sprawl widely. Full sun and warm, well-drained soil are essential.
When should I plant Crimson Sweet seeds?
Sow after the last frost once soil reaches 70F or more, or start indoors 3-4 weeks early. Watermelon is very frost-sensitive and needs consistent heat.
How many seeds are in a packet and are they heirloom?
The packet contains about 70 seeds of this open-pollinated, non-GMO heirloom, so you can save seed from your best watermelons.
How do I know it's ripe?
Look for a creamy-yellow ground spot and a dried tendril near the stem.
How long do the seeds last?
Stored cool, dry, and sealed in the original packet, the seeds stay viable for a couple of years or more, with the best germination in the first year or two.
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