Watermelon Crimson Sweet ORGANIC Seeds

Watermelon Crimson Sweet ORGANIC Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

Citrullus lanatus ‘Crimson Sweet’ is a classic watermelon variety producing large round fruits with distinctive light and dark green striping.

 

The flesh is deep red, sweet, and juicy, with a fine texture and excellent flavour. Fruits typically weigh 8–12 kg and are renowned for their reliability and high sugar content.

 

A favourite for summer gardens, this variety combines productivity with outstanding eating quality.

 

Perfect for sunny beds, borders, and vegetable plots. Plants are vigorous and sprawling, with long trailing vines that produce multiple fruits. Excellent for warm-season cultivation and for gardeners seeking a dependable, traditional watermelon.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow April to May indoors on a warm windowsill or in a propagator.

Germination 7 to 14 days in warm, steady conditions.

Soil and Position Fertile, well-drained soil; loam or sandy soils enriched with organic matter. Plant in full sun.

Height Vines spreading up to 3 m; trailing habit.

Harvest August to September; fruits mature in 80–90 days.

 

Sowing instructions

Sow seeds individually in pots of moist compost, covering lightly. Keep warm and evenly moist until germination. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into larger pots or directly outdoors after the last frost. Space plants 90–120 cm apart to allow vines to spread. Water regularly and mulch to retain soil moisture. Fruits are ready when the underside turns creamy yellow and the tendril nearest the fruit dries.

 

Grow and maintenance

Plant in full sun in fertile, free draining soil. Water generously during dry spells to support fruit development. Feed with a balanced organic fertiliser during growth. Train vines to spread and avoid overcrowding. Harvest fruits carefully to prevent bruising. In cooler regions, watermelons benefit from cloches or polytunnels to extend warmth and growing season.

 

Uses and benefits

Perfect for summer harvests, picnics, and fresh eating. Crimson Sweet watermelons are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants. Certified organic seed ensures plants are grown without synthetic fertilisers or chemical treatments, supporting soil health, biodiversity, and sustainable gardening practices. By choosing organic, you help preserve traditional cultivation methods and promote resilient crops.

 

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