Orangeglo Watermelon Fruit Seeds for Planting - Sweet and Juicy Melons, Heirloom Seeds

The Orangeglo Watermelon is a classic heirloom variety renowned for its exceptionally sweet, juicy, and vibrant orange flesh. This variety produces large, round fruits with a firm texture and a high sugar content, making it perfect for summer enjoyment. Orangeglo Watermelon Seeds are ideal for home gardeners looking to grow delicious, visually striking fruits with minimal effort.

Features:

• Premium heirloom watermelon variety

• Produces large, sweet, orange-fleshed melons

• High germination and vigorous plant growth

• Suitable for outdoor gardens and container planting

• Ideal for warm-season cultivation

• Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and beverages

Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus

• Common Name (US): Orangeglo Watermelon

• Type: Annual, vining plant

• Plant Height: Vines up to 6–8 feet long

• Growth Habit: Spreading vine

• Climate Zones: USDA Zones 3–11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)

• Light Requirement: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Water Requirement: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist

• Fruit Color: Orange flesh with green rind

• Germination Period: 7–10 days

• Planting Depth: ½ inch deep

• Ideal Temperature for Growth: 70–90°F (21–32°C)

• Best Planting Season: Late spring to early summer

• Time to Harvest: 80–95 days after sowing

• Pollination: Insect-pollinated

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing.

2. Plant seeds ½ inch deep in well-draining soil after the last frost.

3. Space seeds 2–3 feet apart to allow vine growth.

4. Maintain consistent soil moisture without overwatering.

5. Provide full sunlight for optimal fruit development.

6. Harvest when the fruit rind turns light yellow on the underside and the fruit sounds hollow when tapped.