Organic Cream of Saskatchewan Watermelon, Heirloom

Seed Exchange - Brought to Saskatchewan by Russian immigrants. Does well in cool northern climates. Round fruits up to 10" in diameter, 4-10 pounds. A rare treat with sweet white flesh, exceptional flavor. Pale green skin with dark stripes. Very thin rind and must be handled with care—strictly garden to table. 80-85 days.

Characteristics: 

• Organic
• Round fruits grow to 4-10 pounds
• Sweet white flesh with exceptional flavor
• Very thin, pale green rind with dark stripes
• Does well in cool northern climates
• 80-85 days
• 25 seeds

• This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 8' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 4 weeks before transplanting out. Watermelons love heat and prefer sandy or light-textured soils.

Plant 1/2" deep

Hill 6-8 seeds together

Thin to 3-4 plants

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