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Citrullus lanatus 'Seeded - New Orchid'
Watermelon Seeded - New Orchid
An Orange flesh seeded watermelon! Beautiful appearance inside and out. New Orchid's outstanding, sherbet-like taste makes it a real people pleaser. The fruits are a medium-large "icebox" size, avg. 7–9 lb., and oval-round. The skin has dark green, high-contrast stripes. Avg. 1–2 fruits/plant. 80 days to maturity.
- Pink-fleshed melon with unusual orchid-toned rind
- Sweet refreshing flavor and strong visual appeal
- Warm-season vines need steady water while sizing fruit
- Excellent fresh in wedges or fruit salads
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 12-24 in
- Spread: 72-120 in
- Spacing: 48 in
- Temperature: 60 to 95°F
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Citrullus lanatus 'Seeded - New Orchid'
Melons need full sun, warm soil, and steady moisture until fruit begins to ripen. Plant on black plastic or in raised beds if spring is cool. Reduce watering slightly as fruit matures to improve sweetness and flavor.