
Dhara Seeds
Charleston Grey Watermelon Seeds
1499
Estimated delivery between 三月 27 and 三月 30.
- Watermelon - Charleston Grey Seeds: The Classic, Juicy Summer Melon
- Watermelon - Charleston Grey (Citrullus lanatus) is a traditional heirloom variety loved for its large, elongated fruits and deliciously sweet flavor. Known for its durable light gray-green rind, this watermelon variety is perfect for transport and storage while maintaining its juicy red flesh. Charleston Grey watermelons are an excellent choice for home gardens and commercial production, delivering a reliable and abundant harvest.
- Key Features:
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Large, Sweet Melons
- Produces fruits weighing 2040 lbs with crisp, juicy, and sweet red flesh.
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Durable Rind
- Thick, gray-green rind resists cracking, ideal for transport and extended storage.
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High-Yielding Variety
- Vigorous plants with long vines produce multiple large fruits per plant.
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Disease Resistant
- Tolerates common watermelon diseases like fusarium wilt and anthracnose.
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Versatile Culinary Use
- Perfect for fresh eating, fruit salads, smoothies, and summer desserts.
- Specifications:
- Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
- Fruit Size: 2040 lbs, up to 24 inches long
- Growth Habit: Vigorous vines spreading up to 1012 feet
- Optimal Soil pH: 6.06.8
- Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
- Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
- Germination Time: 710 days at 2530 °C (7786 °F)
- Spacing: 3648 inches apart in rows 68 feet apart
- Harvest Time: 85100 days after planting
- Rind Color: Light gray-green
- Flesh Color: Bright red
- Why Grow Watermelon - Charleston Grey?
- Charleston Grey is a classic watermelon variety that combines exceptional flavor with durability and high yields. Its large fruits and thick rind make it perfect for families, farmers’ markets, and long-distance shipping. Easy to grow and maintain, this watermelon is a reliable choice for gardeners of all experience levels.