Only for Organic – Hybrid Watermelon Icebox Seeds 🍉🌱
Grow sweet, juicy, and refreshing Hybrid Icebox Watermelons in your garden! This compact variety is perfect for small spaces and produces crisp, deep red flesh packed with hydration, vitamins A & C, and antioxidants—ideal for summer treats, smoothies, and salads.
🌱 How to Grow Hybrid Icebox Watermelon:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ½ - 1 inch deep in well-drained soil.
- Spacing: Keep 3-4 feet between plants and 6-8 feet between rows.
- Ideal Temperature: Best growth at 22°C - 32°C.
- Germination Time: 6-10 days under warm conditions.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Requires 8+ hours of full sun daily.
- Soil Type: Prefers sandy-loam, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil (pH 6.0-7.5).
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy, reducing water once fruits start ripening.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Mulching: Apply straw or dry leaves around plants to retain moisture and prevent weeds.
- Fertilization: Use organic compost or a balanced fertilizer (NPK 5-10-10) during growth.
- Pollination: Encourage bee activity or hand-pollinate for better fruit development.
- Pest Control: Watch out for aphids, cucumber beetles, and vine borers; use neem oil or natural repellents.
✔ Harvesting:
- Time to Harvest: 75-90 days after sowing.
- Harvesting Tip: Check for a dried tendril near the fruit stem and a yellow underside for ripeness.
- Storage: Store at room temperature for a few days or refrigerate for extended freshness.