Introduced before 1910, the Moon & Stars watermelon variety is said to be the most beautiful watermelon grown. Its name refers to the bright yellow splotches and tiny yellow flecks that cover its dark green rind. It takes a bit longer to reach maturity than some other watermelons, but you can be certain these fruits are worth the wait. Their flesh is pinkish red and very sweet, with that refreshing watery texture that's so perfect at taking the edge of the heat of summer. The plants will produce several substantial fruits, each one somewhat oblong in shape and a sizable 25-30 pounds. Although awesome enough to share in a single sitting, it's good to know Moon & Stars watermelons are also great keepers and will store well in the fridge for up to a few weeks.
More Information| SKU | DL013917 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 25 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Citrullus lanatus |
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| How To Grow | Direct sow or start indoors |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
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| Planting Depth | 1/2-1 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 3-4 feet |
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| Row Spacing | 6-8 feet |
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| Space After Thinning | 6-8 feet |
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| Days To Germinate | 7-10 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 100-110 |
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| Growth Rate | Slow |
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| Tolerates | Heat |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Ornamental, Edible |
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| Item Unit Of Measure | Packet |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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