Watermelon Seeds - Fruit Plant

Watermelon is a warm-season trailing vine plant grown for its large juicy fruits and vigorous spreading growth habit. It is commonly cultivated in home gardens, farms, and open field plantings in hot climates. The plant develops long vines with lobed green leaves and produces round to oblong fruits during the growing season. Seeds are typically sown directly into warm, well-draining soil with ample space for vine expansion.

Features

• Warm-season trailing vine vegetable plant
• Produces large juicy fruits during growing season
• Suitable for garden beds, farms, and open fields
• Adapted to hot and sunny climates
• Vigorous spreading growth habit

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Common Name (US): Watermelon Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Mixed Variety
• Growth Habit: Annual trailing vine
• USDA Zones: 3-11 (grown as warm season annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5-10 days in warm, moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Sandy or loamy well-draining soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high watering during growth, reduced near maturity
• Mature Plant Size: Vines up to 10-20 feet long
• Plant Spacing: 3-5 feet apart