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Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds

Citrullus lanatus

5.00 (6 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In cool climates, Florida giant watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1/4" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions. Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow Florida giant watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.

Growing: As soon as the vines begin to develop, apply a thick layer of mulch to control weeds and protect the melons from soil contact. Keep the soil moist until the fruit begins to grow, then water only if the soil dries out completely. Watch out for insect pests, which can be a problem.

Harvesting: Gardeners use many different methods of testing whether their watermelons are ripe, but knowing the approximate mature size of the melon helps to determine when it is nearing ripeness. One test is to knock on the watermelon with your knuckles, listening for a dull thump rather than a hollow ring. Another method is to check the underside of the melon where it rests on the ground; the skin should be a rich yellow. Also, the curling tendril closest to the stem of the melon often indicates ripeness when it begins to turn brown. Watermelons usually keep for several weeks in a cool place.

Seed Saving: Watermelons will cross with other varieties of watermelon, so isolation may be necessary to ensure genetic purity. When the melon is ripe, the Florida giant watermelon seeds will be mature. Cut open the melon and remove the seeds; wash them to remove the sticky residue. Spread Florida giant watermelon seeds out to dry for a week, then store them in a cool place for up to four years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 200

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 12 Inches

Color: Red

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By Elliott

Florida giant

Shipping was great you guys really package your seed well I liked everything about it thank you

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By William

Wonderful comply

Great seeds

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By George Jeffcoat

great seeds

Great seeds. Have not tried these yet but will be planting them this season. Can't wait to see them growing.

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By William Bryant

Great produce

Love this place AAAAAAA+++++++

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By George Jasko

Great Prices

All seed came up in Greenhouse

Florida Giant Watermelon Seeds 5.0
Review By JohnBob

Seed order

Super fast shipping! Great that the seeds were packed in resealable Mylar bags. Will make storing left over seeds a breeze. Will be ordering more types to keep in my emergency seed supplies.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~40 Seeds) $3.25 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~200 Seeds) $6.84 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $10.67 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $24.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $108.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $192.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $456.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $864.00 -+
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $1,680.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

One of the best round open-pollinated watermelons, these are beautiful 50-pound melons with smooth dark green rinds that measure 15" in diameter. The bright red flesh is firm, sweet, and delicious. This is a popular variety for home and market gardens in the South. It is a good shipper and is ready in 90 days.
Seed expert Melville Dillon developed and introduced this watermelon in the 1940’s, naming it for his native Florida. Florida Giant has been known to reach a weight of 80-90 pounds, and is one of the most popular giant watermelons.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: In cool climates, Florida giant watermelon seeds should be started indoors, but no sooner than a month before transplanting; plant three seeds per peat pot, 1/4" deep. Provide heat to keep the soil at least 80-85 degrees F. Cut off all but the strongest seedling as soon as true leaves appear, and transplant about a week after frost; put two or three plants in each hill with a 6-8' space in all directions. Gardeners in warm climates will be able to direct sow Florida giant watermelons as soon as the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F, planting six seeds per hill with 6-8' of space in all directions. Thin to the strongest two or three plants as soon as the seedlings appear. Watermelons should be planted in full sun and rich, loose soil. Young seedlings may benefit from black plastic to warm up the soil.

Growing: As soon as the vines begin to develop, apply a thick layer of mulch to control weeds and protect the melons from soil contact. Keep the soil moist until the fruit begins to grow, then water only if the soil dries out completely. Watch out for insect pests, which can be a problem.

Harvesting: Gardeners use many different methods of testing whether their watermelons are ripe, but knowing the approximate mature size of the melon helps to determine when it is nearing ripeness. One test is to knock on the watermelon with your knuckles, listening for a dull thump rather than a hollow ring. Another method is to check the underside of the melon where it rests on the ground; the skin should be a rich yellow. Also, the curling tendril closest to the stem of the melon often indicates ripeness when it begins to turn brown. Watermelons usually keep for several weeks in a cool place.

Seed Saving: Watermelons will cross with other varieties of watermelon, so isolation may be necessary to ensure genetic purity. When the melon is ripe, the Florida giant watermelon seeds will be mature. Cut open the melon and remove the seeds; wash them to remove the sticky residue. Spread Florida giant watermelon seeds out to dry for a week, then store them in a cool place for up to four years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Citrullus lanatus

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 200

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 12 Inches

Color: Red

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By Elliott

Florida giant

Shipping was great you guys really package your seed well I liked everything about it thank you

5.0

Review By William

Wonderful comply

Great seeds

5.0

Review By George Jeffcoat

great seeds

Great seeds. Have not tried these yet but will be planting them this season. Can't wait to see them growing.

5.0

Review By William Bryant

Great produce

Love this place AAAAAAA+++++++

5.0

Review By George Jasko

Great Prices

All seed came up in Greenhouse

5.0

Review By JohnBob

Seed order

Super fast shipping! Great that the seeds were packed in resealable Mylar bags. Will make storing left over seeds a breeze. Will be ordering more types to keep in my emergency seed supplies.