Watermelon Rosario Seeds – 1 Gram (Citrullus lanatus) | Sweet, Early Harvest Variety

Grow your own refreshingly sweet summer treat with Watermelon Rosario seeds! Known for its early harvest and crisp, juicy flesh, this variety of Citrullus lanatus produces medium-sized fruits with deep pink flesh and a smooth green rind. A top choice for home gardeners looking for reliable germination and satisfying flavor.

🌱 Key Information:

• Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus

• Common Name: Watermelon 'Rosario'

• Fruit Color: Bright pink/red interior, green rind

• Weight per Fruit: 3–6 kg (6.5–13 lbs)

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vine

• Sowing Time: Late spring to early summer, after last frost (soil temperature ≥ 18°C / 65°F)

• Germination Time: 7–10 days

• Harvest Time: 70–80 days after sowing

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Type: Light, fertile, sandy-loam soil; well-draining with high organic content

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Watering Needs: Regular watering; consistent moisture but avoid waterlogging

• Spacing: 100–150 cm (3–5 feet) between plants

• Growth Habit: Sprawling vines

• Uses: Fresh eating, picnics, juice, fruit salads, desserts

• Special Features: Early maturing, high sugar content, disease resistance, vigorous growth

🍉 Growing Tips:

• Sow seeds directly outdoors or start indoors in biodegradable pots.

• Water deeply but infrequently to encourage strong root systems.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Harvest when tendrils near the fruit turn brown and the underside has a creamy yellow spot.

🌟 Fun Fact: Watermelon Rosario is favored in home gardens for its reliability and flavor, making it a consistent performer even in cooler summer climates!

The package contains 1 gram of seeds.

Citrullus lanatus