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The Moon and Stars Watermelon is a popular heirloom variety that is named for its yellow "moon" and "stars" skin pattern! This mouth watering watermelon was introduced by the Henderson seed company in 1926. Ever since its introduction, this variety has been a staple for many gardeners. The Moon and Stars Watermelon has a deep green skin with lots of yellow "stars" and a few "moons" with a red, juicy and sweet flesh.
Sugar Baby watermelon is a beloved heirloom variety introduced in the 1950s and quickly became popular for its compact size and sweet, juicy flesh. Unlike larger watermelons, Sugar Baby is perfectly round and typically weighs between 8 to 12 pounds, making it ideal for smaller gardens and personal servings. It features a dark green rind and bright red, fine-textured flesh known for its exceptionally sweet flavor and crisp bite. This variety is a favorite among home gardeners and market growers alike due to its quick growing cycle and rich, refreshing taste. To grow Sugar Baby watermelon successfully, plant seeds in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil once the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures reach at least 70°F. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent disease. Mulching can help retain moisture and reduce weed competition. Vines need room to sprawl, so space plants about 3 to 5 feet apart. This variety matures in approximately 75–85 days from planting and is perfect for fresh eating, picnics, and summer desserts. Its manageable size and outstanding flavor make it a staple in many backyard gardens.
The Jubilee Watermelon is a sun-loving, dark green striped watermelon with a very sweet red flesh that is perfect for a picnic or hot summer day! The Jubilee can grow to be 25-40 pounds. This watermelon is also disease resistant making it perfect for home gardens. Enjoy this large beauty all summer long!
Crimson Sweet watermelon seeds are renowned for their exceptional quality and vibrant, sweet fruit production. These seeds yield a variety of watermelon with strikingly dark green skin and deep red, juicy flesh that’s both crisp and flavorful. The Crimson Sweet variety is prized for its high sugar content and excellent disease resistance, making it a popular choice among gardeners and farmers alike. With their relatively straightforward growing requirements, these seeds are ideal for home gardeners looking to grow large, refreshing watermelons with minimal fuss. Additionally, the Crimson Sweet watermelon is known for its impressive size, often reaching up to 25 pounds, making it a spectacular choice for summer picnics and barbecues.
Eclipse is a seedless Sugar Baby type weighing 10 to 12 lbs. Fruits are round, with a narrow stripe on a black background. It is early maturing, with excellent rind demarcation and good red flesh color. Eclipse is very flavorful, as well.
The Cal Sweet Bush Watermelon is a major patio treat, as this bright red-fleshed bush variety is a personal sized watermelon! This small, tasty fruit is 5-7 pounds and perfectly round. This variety can be grown in a small garden or even a container on the patio! This All-American Selections Winner is a fan favorite for a reason, as its sweet taste is irresistible.
Belmont is a seedless mini-watermelon that matures at 6-10 lbs. Belmont offers extremely deep red flesh color and excellent demarcation. It has a very strong and vigorous vine with excellent yield potential. For best results plant Ace, Watermelon Seeds with this variety as a non-harvester pollenizer.
The Tendersweet Orange Watermelon is an excellent quality watermelon with a unique juicy, bright orange flesh with a wonderful sweet flavor. This unique watermelon also is a kid favorite with it's bright coloring.
For use with seedless watermelon production. Ace was developed as a non-harvested pollenizer for the production of seedless watermelon. It produces long, thin and very sturdy vines with small leaves. Ace blooms early and profusely, providing an abundance of pollen over a more extended period.
The Bush Sugar Baby Watermelon is an excellent smaller sized watermelon that is perfect for the home garden and roadside stands. This crowd favorite is now available in organic seeds! This sweet, scarlet "icebox" melon can grow on space-saving vines only 3-1/2' long. The Sugar Baby watermelons save space in the garden and in the refrigerator with their tiny size. The only thing big about this little round watermelon is the wonderful flavor - rich, juicy and incredibly sweet! Conventional Seed Available.
The Top Gun Watermelon produces more uniform shaped and better quality fruit than any other Crimson Sweets. This watermelon variety is an exceptionally delicious hybrid that has an improved flesh quality with a delicious bright red color. The Top Gun Watermelon has an excellent seedling vigor that is able to get the crop off to the right start, making it a top watermelon!
Sorbet is a delicious and small sized watermelon that is great for farmers markets and home gardens. Matures to 6-8lbs, 9" round with crisp and bright red flesh. Great flavor and lots of sweetness. Needs a pollinator watermelon variety like Sugary Baby. Intermediate resistance to Fusarium wilt race 0 and anthracnose.
The Black Diamond Watermelon produces an abundance of the giant, juicy and delicious tasting emerald green fruits! These watermelons are large with a wonderful bright red flesh. In warmer climates this watermelon variety will start producing during the mid-season, just when you are craving a cool melon the most! The Black Diamond is bred to have a tough skin with large leaves that help to prevent sunburn.
The smallest seedless watermelon on the market. These mini-watermelons weigh in at 3–5 lbs. when fully mature. Ocelot has a striped rind and holds well in the field. Delicious flesh and firm, dense texture combine for an excellent eating experience. Flesh is rich red and remarkably sweet. Round/oval shape, avg. 7". Avg. 2–3 fruits/plant. Needs a pollinator variety (we suggest Sugar Baby).
Kleckley’s Sweet watermelon seeds trace back to the late 1800s, when famed grower W.A. Kleckley of Alabama bred this variety for exceptional sweetness and home-garden quality. The melons typically reach 25–40 pounds and develop a long, oblong shape with a thin, dark-green rind that makes them easy to cut but not ideal for shipping—one reason they became a beloved backyard classic rather than a commercial staple. Inside, the flesh is deep red, extremely juicy, and known for its rich, candy-like sweetness. Kleckley’s Sweet performs best when planted in full sun, in warm, well-drained soil enriched with compost, and given plenty of room to vine; regular watering during fruit development and a long, hot growing season help ensure those signature sugar-packed melons.
The yellow petite watermelon, also known as the yellow mini watermelon or yellow baby watermelon, is a unique and relatively uncommon variety of watermelon. Unlike the traditional red-fleshed watermelons, this variety features a vibrant yellow flesh that sets it apart in appearance and taste. In terms of size, the yellow petite watermelon is smaller compared to standard watermelons, typically ranging from 5 to 7 inches (12 to 18 centimeters) in diameter, making them ideal for individual servings or smaller households. Despite their diminutive size, they still boast the characteristic oval or round shape and striped green rind that is typical of watermelons. The flesh of the yellow petite watermelon is juicy and sweet with a distinct flavor that sets it apart from its red-fleshed counterparts. It's often described as having a milder, less intense sweetness compared to red watermelons, with a hint of honey-like flavor. The texture is typically crisp and refreshing, making it a popular choice for enjoying fresh as a snack, in fruit salads, or blended into refreshing beverages. Yellow petite watermelons are prized for their visual appeal and unique flavor profile, making them a sought-after specialty item in farmers' markets and specialty grocery stores. They are typically in season during the summer months, offering a refreshing and vibrant addition to seasonal menus and culinary creations.
The Congo Watermelon is a wonderful tasting, gigantic sized, long, dark green watermelon that can grow to be up to 50 lbs.! This variety produces a firm and sweet flesh that has 9.4% sugar. As a fully grown watermelon, it can be over 2' long and 1' wide! It's skin has deep green stripes on a medium green body.
Estrella produces uniform fruit shape and exceptional flesh quality. An early maturity watermelon at 80 days make Estrella a market leader. Great for all growing conditions. Uniform fruit size, averaging 20 to 24 pounds.
