Watermelon 'Crimson Baby'
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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!
