Watermelon 'Blacktail Mountain'
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Blacktail Mountain watermelon ( Citrullus lanatus ), offered by seed company Northern Wildflowers, is an heirloom variety known for its intensely sweet flavor and juicy flesh, perfect for summer days.
Plants grow to about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) tall and produce fruits with dark red flesh and green skin streaked with black. Its ripening period of 70 to 80 days allows for beautiful watermelons to be harvested even in cooler climates.
Exposure : Full sun
Growth cycle : 70 to 80 days to maturity
Height : 60 to 90 cm (2 to 3 feet)
Growth Type : Creeping
Packet Size : Approx 20-25 seeds
Heritage : Old variety adapted to cooler climates
Cultivation method:
'Blacktail Mountain' watermelon prefers warm, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep after all danger of frost. Space plants 3-4 feet apart to allow for good growth. This variety likes full sun and requires regular watering, especially during fruit formation. The ripening period is ideal for cooler climates where summer heat may be limited.
This watermelon is perfect for sunny gardens and for lovers of fresh fruit, salads and summer desserts.
