{"title":"Watermelon##\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe center of origin of watermelon is the Kalahari Desert region of southern Africa. It has been cultivated in Egypt for 4,000 years. Watermelon is loosely consider a melon but is actually in the genus Cucumis. A watermelon is 6 percent sugar by eight and high in vitamin C. Fruit is ripe when vine tendril connection is brown and dead, and where the fruit rests on the ground is yellow. Watermelon has at least six major flesh colors: scarlet red, coral red, orange, canary yellow, golden yellow and white. Watermelon types are: seedless, picnic, icebox and yellow\/orange flesh type. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=watermelon%20recipes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewatermelon recipes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: \u003cb\u003epotatoes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Inhibitors: \u003cb\u003etall growing vegetables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blacktail-mountain-watermelon","title":"Blacktail Mountain","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e75–85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Developed by Glenn Drowns in his early 20s as a cross between Sugar Baby and an unknown watermelon. He wanted a watermelon that would ripen in extreme northern Idaho. Blacktail Mountain is quite possibly the earliest watermelon ever grown. Vines grown to about 10’ in diameter. Fruit are deep green with a very faint stripe and red flesh. The average melon is 8–10” across and weighs 8 to 10 pounds. Also stores very long for a green skinned watermelon, up to two months. Has a crisp sweet flavor. Storage types usually have a white rind. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Red, Shape: Round, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.##Strong Roots##Certified Organic by CCOF##Seed grower since 2004##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Strong-Roots-Farm.jpg?v=1607656897##Strong Roots Farm grows certified organic seed, produce, and garden starts in Mendocino County, California. Seeds from the farm go to other seed companies, and are sold through northern California retail outlets and online as Open Circle Seeds.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":29416545106,"sku":"11271","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":40796041543722,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/BlacktailMountain_c3672462-0523-42fe-9ea6-fe2ce92f0467.jpg?v=1512527268"},{"product_id":"crimson-sweet-watermelon","title":"Crimson Sweet","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ.  \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ.  \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing  \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing  \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity  \u003cb\u003e85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrimson Sweet Seed Count \u003cbr\u003e300 Ounce ≈ 198m seeds\u003cbr\u003e##This is a great mid-sized early open pollinated watermelon. True to its name, Crimson Sweet is high in sugar content with few seeds. Easy reliable to grow for gardeners, beautiful dark green strips, 10\" x 12\", oval fruits weigh in at 15-25 lb. Sweet red flesh, average 1-2 fruits per plant. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Red, Season: Summer, Seed: Safe Seed Pledge.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":810207301,"sku":"10072","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":29416545298,"sku":"12030","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/CrimsonSweet.jpg?v=1512527335"},{"product_id":"early-moonbeam-yellow-watermelon","title":"Early Moonbeam Yellow","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e76–80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Sweet and juicy yellow fruit, light green rind with thin dark green stripes. Short vines make this a good selection for small gardens. Fruit is 5–8 lbs. Early yellow watermelon for cooler climates. Open pollinated selection from Yellow Doll, one of breeder Alan Kapuler’s hybrid successes. Brix reading of 11 at Washington State University trials. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Yellow, Shape: Round, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.##Strong Roots##Certified Organic by CCOF##Seed grower since 2004##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Strong-Roots-Farm.jpg?v=1607656897##Strong Roots Farm grows certified organic seed, produce, and garden starts in Mendocino County, California. Seeds from the farm go to other seed companies, and are sold through northern California retail outlets and online as Open Circle Seeds.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":6785509765,"sku":"12779","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":39856551100458,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Early-Moonbeam-Yellow-watermelon_IMG_9226.jpg?v=1512527354"},{"product_id":"jubilee-improved-watermelon","title":"Jubilee Improved","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e90–95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eJubilee Improved Seed Count \u003cbr\u003e1 Ounce ≈ 322 seeds\u003cbr\u003e.25 Pound ≈ 1,289 seeds\u003cbr\u003e1 Pound ≈ 5,154 seeds\u003cbr\u003e##Popular oblong watermelon. Medium thick light green rind with dark green stripes. Averages 22 to 24” by 11 to 13” diameter up to 28–35 lbs. Bright red flesh is firm, sweet and fine-textured with large black seeds. Improved version of the Jubilee strain, from University of Florida with much greater fusarium wilt and Race 1 resistance. Does well in warm climates. Tags: Harvest: Late, Color: Red, Size: Large, Shape: Elongated, Specialty: Disease Resistant, Season: Summer.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":1056907608,"sku":"12952","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":41047509598250,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":1056907616,"sku":"15176","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/JubileeImproved_4f799baf-1528-4700-8991-631e39a97101.jpg?v=1496959368"},{"product_id":"strawberry-watermelon","title":"Strawberry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##Bright strawberry-red melon features a delicate texture and outstanding flavor. Dark green with lighter green stripes. Long green fruits average 20 pounds and have white seeds. Good disease resistance. Heirloom. Tags: Harvest: Mid, Color: Red, Size: Large, Specialty: Disease Resistant, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.##Feral Farm##Certified Organic by CCOF##Seed grower since 2015##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Feral-Farm-Photo-small.jpg?3##I started growing seed commercially as an apprentice at the Organic Farm School in the Puget Sound in Washington. I already loved growing vegetables, but taking a plant all the way through its life cycle felt like a special kind of honor, and I quickly saw the value in sustaining organic, important, and rare plant varieties and participating in sustainable food systems in this way. I moved to Oregon in 2015 and have been growing my organic seed farming business over the last four seasons by renting land from existing farms and slowly taking on higher volumes and more varieties. I’m currently growing 1.6 acres of certified organic seed crops and heirloom garlic. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":10375988677,"sku":"14771","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":42318854422570,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Strawberry-watermelon_0_d0674583-29e6-4d9f-8b9c-4f7e40101f7e.jpg?v=1496959834"},{"product_id":"ancient-watermelon","title":"Ancient","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##Originally grown in the Southwest deserts.  This watermelon has great texture, excellent flavor and sweetness. The fruits weigh a whopping 20-25 pounds. Unique red colored seeds. Tags: Harvest: Mid, Color: Red, Size: Large, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":29416544210,"sku":"15172","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":43522741698602,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Ancient-watermelon.jpg?v=1512527253"},{"product_id":"golden-midget-watermelon","title":"Golden Midget","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ.  \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ.  \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing  \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing  \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity  \u003cb\u003e70\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e##An outstanding miniature golden-yellow watermelon. Weighs about 3 pounds and has a beautiful salmon-pink colored flesh that is juicy and sweet. Quick to mature, an excellent melon for a short growing season. Size variable. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Red, Size: Small, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":29416546066,"sku":"15181","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":29416546130,"sku":"15182","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Golden-Midget-watermelon.jpg?v=1512527379"},{"product_id":"petite-yellow-watermelon","title":"Petite Yellow","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ.  \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ.  \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing  \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing  \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity  \u003cb\u003e65–80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e##The earliest watermelon that we offer and we think the best tasting too. Well adapted to short growing areas.  A delicious icebox watermelon, 2-3 pounds each. One of the sweetest of all watermelons, edible right down to the rind. Has a tendency to crack when ripe or when you try to cut the fruits. Some see this as a drawback, but we cannot let this dampen our enthusiasm for this variety.  or home use or for very carefully packed in straw and hand carried to market. Also known as Yellow Petite. Tags: Harvest: Early, Color: Yellow, Size: Small, Shape: Round, Season: Summer.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":29416547282,"sku":"15179","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":29416547346,"sku":"15180","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Petite-Yellow-watermelon.jpg?v=1512527460"},{"product_id":"jubilee-watermelon","title":"Jubilee","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e85–95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eJubilee Seed Count \u003cbr\u003e.25 Pound ≈ 1,276 seeds\u003cbr\u003e##One of the best tasting classic watermelons. Medium-thick tough rind with greenish-white and dark green stripes. 22-25” long x 11-13” diameter, weighs 25-40 lbs. Firm, sweet, bright red flesh. Excellent large late shipper, long season areas, FW AN1 resistant. Tags: Harvest: Mid, Color: Red, Size: Large, Shape: Elongated, Heritage: Heirloom,New Listing, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":6036978630695,"sku":"15434","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Jubilee-watermellon.jpg?v=1512527424"},{"product_id":"moon-and-stars-watermelon","title":"Moon and Stars","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##This spectacular watermelon has a thick, dark green rind with bright yellow spots (stars) and larger spots (moons). It creates quite the cosmic watermelon experience! Fruits can grow up to 40 pounds under ideal conditions and can reach a maximum length of 30”.  Flesh is very sweet and brilliant red. Good tolerance to drought. Originally introduced in 1926 by the Henderson Seed Company. Tags: Color: Red, Size: Large, Shape: Round, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer.##Feral Farm##Certified Organic by CCOF##Seed grower since 2015##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Feral-Farm-Photo-small.jpg?3##I started growing seed commercially as an apprentice at the Organic Farm School in the Puget Sound in Washington. I already loved growing vegetables, but taking a plant all the way through its life cycle felt like a special kind of honor, and I quickly saw the value in sustaining organic, important, and rare plant varieties and participating in sustainable food systems in this way. I moved to Oregon in 2015 and have been growing my organic seed farming business over the last four seasons by renting land from existing farms and slowly taking on higher volumes and more varieties. I’m currently growing 1.6 acres of certified organic seed crops and heirloom garlic.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":39673593823274,"sku":"","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":39673593856042,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":41047510286378,"sku":"","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":41047510319146,"sku":"","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/20210827_151814.jpg?v=1638041090"},{"product_id":"sweet-siberian","title":"Sweet Siberian","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu1\"\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW WATERMELON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost, plant out 2 weeks after last frost. Direct seed every 18” when soil is 70˚F. Store at 45˚F. Optimal temperature for plant growth is between 80-95˚F with nighttime temperatures above 70˚F. Water transplants more early on, sparingly as plants mature. Mulch to prevent weed competition. One beehive is suggested per acre for seedless varieties. The most commonly used signs of fruit maturity is to check if the tendril bearing the fruit has dried and withered or if the ground spot has turned a warm yellowish cream color. A number of seed growers give watermelon seed a 1 to 2 day fermentation period which helps free the seed from all endocarp material. Soil pH 6.5-7.5. Hardiness zones 4-9. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 625–875 seeds per ounce. Average 15M seeds per acre. Federal germination standard: 70%. Usual seed life: 6 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 1\/2 mile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/2-1”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-95˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e3-8\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e2-3’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e6’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80-85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##This oblong, green-skinned melon has apricot-colored sweet, juicy flesh with floral flavored undertones. They grow 6-8 lbs and mature quickly. They’re ideal for short seasons, cool summers, or where there are other climate uncertainties. Melons store incredibly well- in the field and in storage. Originally from Russia, brought to Canada. Tags: Season: Summer.##Strong Roots##Certified Organic by CCOF##Seed grower since 2004##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/Strong-Roots-Farm.jpg?v=1607656897##Strong Roots Farm grows certified organic seed, produce, and garden starts in Mendocino County, California. Seeds from the farm go to other seed companies, and are sold through northern California retail outlets and online as Open Circle Seeds.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":39920575447082,"sku":"","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 Seeds","offer_id":39920575479850,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/watermelon_sweet_siberian.jpg?v=1670996257"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.restorationseeds.mom\/collections\/watermelon.oembed?page=2","provider":"RESTORATION SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}