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Watermelon Stargazer F1
*Citrullus lanatus*
Product code : NOR-GR04
The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of the past, while offering fruit of uniform shape and weight. With its sweet, crisp red flesh and elongated shape, this melon is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. Weighing between 11 and 12 kg, it is ideal for sharing with family or friends. This variety matures 85 days after transplanting. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. Reserve a sunny spot in the vegetable garden for the melon where the vines can spread out without crowding neighboring rows.
- Quantity
- 15 seeds
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Annual in cultivation in Quebec
Discover the plant
Common nameMelon d
FamilyCucurbitaceae
GenusWatermelon
Specieswoolly
Cultivarwater
TypeProcessed
Botanical name*Citrullus lanatus*
'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus). The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of the past, while offering fruits of uniform shape and weight. With its sweet, crisp red flesh and elongated shape, this melon is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. Weighing between 11 and 12 kg, it is ideal for sharing with family or friends. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, the maturity of this variety is 85 days after transplanting. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, the packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting.
For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, the sowing calendar for this variety is prepared as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, the melon requires a warm season and recovery without root stress. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, if you start the plants indoors, use individual containers and transplant before the roots become crowded. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, keep the root ball intact and acclimate the foliage to the sun. Planting takes place in warmed soil.
Enjoy the summer with the 'Stargazer F1' watermelon, a generous, sweet, and crunchy variety that will remind you of the authentic flavors of harvests past! For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, start observing the harvest of this variety as it approaches 85 days after transplanting; check for the color, firmness, and size desired for picking. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, this variety exhibits this characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — elongated. For 'Stargazer' F1 Watermelon, this variety exhibits this characteristic at harvest: flesh color — red.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Spacing / density
Place seedlings in small mounds 1 m apart, in rows spaced 1 to 1.5 m apart.
Sowing period
Indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost
Propagation
Sowing
Growing method
The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. To establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure: sun. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, and with high levels of humus and nitrogen. When planting this variety, the spacing to use is to place the seedlings in small mounds spaced 1 m apart, in rows 1 m to 1.5 m apart. Protect them well from wind and cold in cloches or plastic tunnels until they are well established. Choose a warm, full-sun site. Pinch the ends of the stems for faster ripening. Plant in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, and in full sun. 'Stargazer F1' watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), offered by seed company WH Perron. The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of the past, while offering fruits of uniform shape and weight.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
6.5
Watering
'Stargazer F1' watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), offered by the seed company WH Perron. The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of yesteryear, while offering fruits of uniform shape and weight. Water regularly, especially during fruit formation, to maintain constant moisture. Mulching can be used to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
Soil type
Plant in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, and in full sun. To establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure: sun. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with a high level of humus and nitrogen. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust applications for flowering and fruit development; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer.
Fertilization
For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust applications for flowering and fruit swelling; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer. To install this variety, first choose a location corresponding to its exposure: sun. They like well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with a high level of humus and nitrogen.
Seasonal care
Water regularly, especially during fruit formation, to maintain constant moisture. Mulching can be used to retain moisture and reduce weeds. Protect them well from wind and cold using cloches or plastic tunnels until they are well established. Choose a warm site in full sun. Pinch the ends of the stems for faster ripening. The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. For this variety, prepare fertile soil before planting, then adjust inputs during flowering and fruit enlargement; a very leafy plant does not automatically justify more fertilizer. Begin monitoring the harvest of this variety as it approaches 85 days after transplanting; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — elongated. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: flesh color — red. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: fruit weight — 11-12 kg. It is best to harvest the melon after a good period of sunshine, as this is when it will be at its best. After a rainy period, you risk having melons that are bland in taste and less sweet.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Place the container for this variety in this exposure: sun, checking the light received throughout the day. The sowing calendar for this variety is prepared as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure: sun. They like well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with a high level of humus and nitrogen. Protect them well from wind and cold in cloches or plastic tunnels until they are well established. Choose a warm site in full sun. Pinch the ends of the stems for faster ripening. The packet contains 15 seeds to start your planting. Plant in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, and in full sun. 'Stargazer F1' watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), offered by seed company WH Perron. The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of the past, while offering fruits of uniform shape and weight. Water regularly, especially during fruit formation, to maintain constant moisture.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Fruiting
'Stargazer F1' watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), offered by the seed company WH Perron. The 'Stargazer F1' watermelon is an exceptional variety reminiscent of the large melons of the past, while offering fruits of uniform shape and weight. With its sweet, crisp red flesh and elongated shape, this melon is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days.
Days to maturity
85 days post-transplant
Harvest
Harvest the fruits at the stage appropriate to the variety by cutting their stem with a clean tool. For zucchinis and cucumbers, frequent harvesting allows you to enjoy tender fruits.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
When planting this variety, the spacing to use is to place the seedlings in small mounds 1 m apart, in rows spaced 1 m to 1.5 m apart. To establish this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with a high level of humus and nitrogen.
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Fruits
Recipe idea for your 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon harvest. Prepare a watermelon and mint salad. Wash the rind before opening the ripe fruit, then remove any inedible parts and seeds if present. Cut the flesh into bite-sized pieces and place them in a clean bowl. Add a few chopped mint leaves and a splash of lime juice. Toss gently to keep the pieces intact. Serve well chilled in small bowls as a side dish for a summer meal or as a fruity dessert. Taste before adjusting the seasoning and adapt the quantities to the number of guests. Serve the dish with bread, rice, or another simple accompaniment that lets the harvested produce shine. Prepare small portions to enjoy the freshness of your harvest. Use a clean cutting board, remove any damaged parts, and rinse your produce before starting.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When should I start sowing 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon seeds?
The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. Melons require a warm season and a transition without root stress. If starting plants indoors, use individual containers and transplant before the roots become crowded. Keep the root ball intact and acclimate the foliage to the sun. Planting out should be done in warmed soil. A young plant exposed to cold too early loses growth time that subsequent heat does not always recover. While the melons are enlarging, maintain consistent moisture at the base and allow the leaves to capture sunlight.
When to harvest 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon?
Begin observing the harvest of this variety as it approaches 85 days after transplanting; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety has the following harvest characteristic: fruit shape — elongated. This variety has the following harvest characteristic: flesh color — red. This variety has the following harvest characteristic: fruit weight — 11-12 kg. It is best to harvest the melon after a good period of sunshine, as this is when it will be at its best. After a rainy period, you risk having melons that are bland in taste and less sweet.
Which location is suitable for 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon?
To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its sun exposure requirements. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with high levels of humus and nitrogen. When planting this variety, the spacing to use is to place the seedlings on small mounds spaced 1 m apart, in rows spaced 1 m to 1.5 m apart. Place the container for this variety in a sunny location, checking the light it receives throughout the day.
How should I water 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon during its growth?
Protect them well from the wind and cold using cloches or plastic tunnels until they are well established. Choose a warm, full-sun site. Pinch the tips of the stems for faster ripening. To plant this variety, first choose a location that matches its exposure: sun. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7, rich in organic matter, with a high level of humus and nitrogen. While the melons are swelling, keep the soil at the base consistently moist and let the leaves capture the light. Avoid moving the vines often or twisting the stems.
What care does 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon require throughout the season?
Protect them well from wind and cold in cloches or plastic tunnels until they are well established. Choose a warm site in full sun. Pinch the ends of the stems for faster ripening. The sowing schedule for this variety is as follows: indoors, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. Start monitoring the harvest of this variety as it approaches 85 days after transplanting; check for the desired color, firmness, and size for picking. This variety has the following characteristic at harvest: fruit shape — elongated. For 'Stargazer' F1 watermelon, the instructions on the sold packet take priority when they specify a date, depth, or quantity.
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