Watermelon Amarillo F1
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'Amarillo F1' Watermelon (Seedless) ( Citrullus lanatus ), offered by the seed company WH Perron
The 'Amarillo F1' watermelon is a seedless variety distinguished by its bright yellow, sweet, and crisp flesh. With its round fruit weighing between 6.5 and 7 kg and a medium green rind streaked with dark green, it's perfect for adding a touch of originality to your summer harvest. As with all seedless melons, a pollinating plant is necessary to ensure good production.
Maturity after transplant: 75 days
Fruit shape: Round
Flesh color: Yellow
Bark color: Medium green streaked with dark green
Type: Seedless watermelon
Fruit weight: 6.5 to 7.0 kg
Formulation: Treated
Latin name: Citrullus lanatus
Companion plants: Dwarf beans, marjoram, corn, okra
Nefarious plants: Swiss chard, potato
Cultivation method:
Start 'Amarillo F1' melon seeds indoors about 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. Transplant them outdoors when the soil has warmed up to at least 18°C (64°F). Plant in well-drained, organically rich soil in full sun. Space plants 90 cm to 1 m (3 to 3 ft) apart in rows 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 10 ft) apart. To ensure successful pollination, add one pollinator plant (such as 'Ace F1') for every two 'Amarillo F1' plants. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, and mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture. Harvest the melons when they are fully ripe, with a slightly dull rind and a yellowing underside.
Bring a bright and sweet touch to your summer meals with the 'Amarillo F1' watermelon, a unique and tasty choice for your vegetable garden!
