Description

• Yellow watermelon is a sweet and juicy fruit with a thick rind which makes it the perfect choice for the sweet and fresh snack lover. Yellow watermelon contains vitamins A and C and is rich in antioxidants which are very helpful in protecting against cancer and eye diseases.
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden Sowing season: Summer Season (March to April) Mode of sowing: Sow the seeds 1 inch deep in a Container, Grow Bags or Pots. Germination Time: 6 to 14 days from sowing Germination temperature: 21 to 35°C. Harvesting: 65 to 90 days from sowing Fruit color: light green with dark green stripes Average weight: 4-6 kgs
• Water – As the watermelon vine grows, it needs more water; therefore gives an adequate amount of water to the growing plants. Maintain the proper amount of moisture in the soil, so that watermelon plants can grow well.
• Soil – Fertile loamy soil (sand + clay mixture) with high fertility is suitable for sowing watermelon seeds. Watermelon plants grow well in soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
• Sunlight – The watermelon vine should get about 6 to 8 hours of full sunlight daily.
• Temperature – The temperature between 21°C to 40°C is suitable for the good growth of the watermelon plant.
• Pruning – Pruning is essential to promote healthy vines and increase fruit size. Using pruning shears; Remove any dead, diseased, yellowed, and dry leaves or shoots from the joint where they were attached to the main stems. Also, remove any vines that are not blooming or look damaged.
• Common pests – Aphids, beetles, and spider mites affect plant’s growth and the watermelon plant is infected by some diseases such as powdery mildew, anthracnose, and fusarium wilt. Spray neem oil on watermelon vine or fruit to avoid pests or diseases on the plant.