Watermelon 'Crimson Baby'
Citrullus lanatus
Product code : HORTI-0042
- Exposure
- Soleil
- Life cycle
- Annuelle
Discover the plant
The 'Crimson Baby' watermelon, from the Hortinova seed company, is a compact and productive variety, perfect for small gardens or container growing. This melon stands out for its small fruits, with bright red skin and firm, sweet orange flesh, offering a perfect combination of flavor and aesthetics.
Spread: 1 to 1.5 meters
Plant height: 30 to 45 cm
Quantity per pack: ND
Companion plants: Corn, sunflower, radish
Enemy plants: Cucumber, potato
Latin name: Citrullus lanatus
With its sweet and slightly tart flavour, 'Crimson Baby' is ideal for eating fresh or in fruit salads. Compact and fast-maturing, it is also appreciated in commercial cultivation for its quality fruit and yield.
For best results, sow directly outdoors once temperatures are above 65°F (18°C) or start indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds 1-1/2 inches (2-3 cm) deep, spacing plants about 3 feet (1 m) apart. Water regularly to keep soil slightly moist, especially during fruit formation.
Seeds germinate in 7 to 14 days, and fruits ripen about 75 days after planting. The melon is ready to harvest when its skin becomes dull and it makes a hollow sound when tapped.
Bring a touch of freshness and colour to your vegetable garden with the 'Crimson Baby' watermelon, a compact, tasty and easy-to-grow variety that will delight young and old alike!
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Propagation
Growing method
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Watering
Soil type
Fertilization
Seasonal care
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
Width / spread
Bloom period
Fruiting

Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Quand semer Melon d'eau 'Crimson Baby' au Québec?
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Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
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