WATER MELON
DESCRIPTION
This watermelon variety has a light green rind with dark
green stripes; it is one of the sweetest varieties of watermelon. In general,
long periods of warm, preferably dry weather with abundant sunlight are
required for the best result of watermelon.
Striped watermelon is a red, sweet,
crisp, and juicy fruit which makes it a perfect choice for the fresh snack
lover. It is an excellent source of nutrition with a sweet, mild, and delicate
taste. Watermelon has a high water content which is over 92%; which is very
healthy for our bodies and can keep us hydrated throughout the day. Grow your
own watermelon at home because it’s a great idea to savor your own planted
fresh watermelon. Buy the best quality watermelon striped oval hybrid seeds
Online at the best price from www.storeflix.in. and grow your own watermelon.
About
this item
- Number of hybrid Watermelon striped Seeds: 15 Seeds
- Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
- Sowing season: Spring and Summer
- Sowing method: Seedling transplant/Direct
- Seeds sowing depth: 0.5-1 inch
- Germination Time: 6 to 14 days
- Germination temperature: 21 to 35°C.
- Harvesting: 75-90 days from sowing
- Fruit color: light green with dark green stripes
- Average weight: 4-6 kgs
What
size grow bag is best for Watermelon?
Striped
Oval Watermelon Growing Season In India
Watermelon is a warm-season plant
that is mainly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. You can sow
Watermelon Striped Oval Hybrid seeds from late spring to early summer (March to
April) because this is the best time to plant watermelon seeds.
How
To Grow Striped Watermelon In Container
You can sow Watermelon Striped Oval
Hybrid seeds by both direct and transplant methods. But most gardeners are
recommended transplant because it gives a good environment for the plant and
grows successfully. Watermelon seeds germinate rapidly in warm climates with
temperatures between 21-35°C.
Watermelon
Striped Oval Hybrid Seeds Sowing Method
To sow green watermelon seeds, fill
the seedling tray or small pot with
growing medium (potting soil)
then sow the seeds at a depth of 0.5-1 inch. Add water to the soil and maintain
the proper amount of moisture. Place the seedling tray in such a place that the
plant can get the proper amount of sunlight. It can take about 6-14 days for
watermelon seeds to germinate.
When the watermelon plant has at
least two sets of leaves, carefully (without disturbing its roots) transplant
the healthiest plant into the pots with the soil and compost, making sure only
one healthy plant is planted in each pot.
How
To Fertilize Watermelon Striped Plants
- To make the plants grow faster, you can use
nitrogen-rich organic fertilizers like old manure, bone meal,
and mustard cake after transplanting.
- After flowering on the watermelon vine, you should
apply fertilizer containing phosphorus and potassium to it. You can
fertilize the watermelon plant at an interval of 15 to 20 days.
Striped
Oval Watermelon Care Tips
Water – Give an adequate amount of water to the growing plants.
Maintain the proper amount of moisture in the soil, so that watermelon plants
can grow well.
Soil – Use fertile, loamy soil (sand + clay mixture) to plant
watermelon.
Sunlight – The watermelon vine should get about 6 to 8 hours of full
sunlight daily.
Temperature – The temperature between 21-40°C is suitable for the good
growth of the watermelon plant.
Common pests and diseases – Aphids, beetles, and spider mites affect plant growth and
the watermelon plant is infected by some diseases such as powdery mildew,
anthracnose, and fusarium wilt. Spray neem oil on
watermelon vine or fruit to avoid pests or diseases on the plant.
Striped
Watermelon Harvesting Time
- Within 45-60 days from seed sowing, striped watermelon
starts flowering
- With proper vine care, you can get fresh watermelon
fruit ripening on the watermelon vine within 75 to 90 days from seed
sowing.
Watermelon
Striped Oval Plant Special Features
- Common name – Tarbooj (In Hindi)
- Scientific name – Citrullus Lanatus
- Flower color – Yellow
- Height – Above 10 feet (vine)
