Only for Organic – Watermelon Seeds 🍉
Watermelon (Tarbooz) is a refreshing, juicy fruit packed with hydration and natural sweetness. Growing watermelons at home is rewarding, as they thrive in warm climates and produce large, delicious fruits perfect for summer.
How to Grow Watermelon:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 1 inch deep in loose, well-drained soil.
- Spacing: Keep 2-3 feet between plants and 4-6 feet between rows for vine expansion.
- Ideal Temperature: Best germination at 21°C - 32°C.
- Germination Time: Seeds sprout within 7-10 days.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily) for optimal growth.
- Soil Type: Prefers sandy, well-drained, and nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
- Watering: Needs deep, regular watering, especially during flowering and fruit formation. Reduce watering near harvest time to enhance sweetness.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Mulching: Helps retain moisture and control weeds.
- Fertilization: Use organic compost or balanced fertilizers for healthy vines.
- Pollination: Bees and insects help with pollination, or you can hand-pollinate for better fruit set.
- Pest & Disease Control: Protect from aphids, powdery mildew, and fungal infections using organic pest control methods.
✔ Harvesting:
- Time to Harvest: Ready in 70-90 days.
- Harvesting Tip: The bottom of the fruit turns yellow, and the tendril near the stem dries out when it's ripe.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate cut watermelons for freshness.
