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🌱 Citrullus lanatus — Orange watermelon, Tendersweet orange watermelon

Seeds of the Orange watermelon, a sweet and refreshing heirloom variety with orange flesh. This annual herbaceous plant belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Orange watermelon plant has a sprawling habit, growing up to 3-5 meters in length. The stem is hairy and green, with long, thin tendrils. The leaves are large, palmate, and have 5-7 lobes. The flowers are yellow, unisexual, and solitary. The fruit is a large, oval-shaped watermelon with a thick, green rind and orange flesh.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep and 2-3 cm apart in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C (68-77°F). Germination time: 7-10 days.
• Soil type: Sandy loam. Soil pH: 6.0-6.8. Drainage: Good.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the first few weeks after sowing. Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer once a month.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10. Frost tolerance: Moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Orange watermelon is native to southern Africa and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It thrives in areas with high temperatures and adequate moisture.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Orange watermelon has been cultivated for over 4,000 years and is a popular ingredient in many cuisines. In ancient Egypt, watermelons were considered a symbol of fertility and were often served at banquets. The Orange watermelon is also a good source of vitamin C and lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to several health benefits.

🌸 Characteristics

The Orange watermelon is an annual herbaceous plant that is sensitive to frost. It is not a member of the tomato, pumpkin, or zucchini family.