Description
AAS WINNER DETAILS
Winner Type: National
Class: Watermelon
Variety Name: Faerie F1
Genus: Citrullus
Species: lanatus
Year: 2012
Common Name: Watermelon
Type: Edible – Vegetable
Breeder: Known-You Seed Co. Ltd.
Close Market Comparison: Golden Crown’ for color, ‘Vanguard’ for earliness, and ‘New Queen’ for fruit size
PLANT NEEDS
Duration Type: Annual
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Normal
Season Type: Warm season
Staking Required: No
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Foliage Color: Green
Plant Habit: Vining
Plant Height: 24 – 36 inches
Fruit Color (Harvest): Light yellow rind with thin stripe
Fruit Shape: Deep globe
Fruit Size: 7-8 inches
Fruit Weight: 4-6 pounds
Fruit Flavor Description: High sugar content with crisp texture
Number Of Fruits Per Plant: Very productive
IN THE GARDEN
Garden Spacing: 8-10 feet
Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed): 72
Days To Harvest (Transplant): 60
Plant Spread: 11.5 feet
Disease Resistances or Tolerances: Tolerates general diseases and insects
HOW TO GROW
In northern areas, sow seed 4 weeks prior to last frost date. Sow seed directly into peat pots filled with a soilless mix that has been well watered and allowed to drain. Cover with media and maintain 75°F. Wrap in plastic to maintain uniform moisture. Germination will occur in 7 to 14 days. Keep warm, transplant after soil and air temperatures warm or protect from cool night temperatures. In areas with long growing seasons, seeds may be sown directly into prepared garden soil.
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