General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Vine
Life cycle: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Water Preferences: Mesic
Dry Mesic
Dry
Flower Color: Yellow
Uses: Vegetable
Edible Parts: Fruit
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Propagation: Seeds: Sow in situ
Can handle transplanting
Pollinators: Various insects

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Common names
  • Watermelon

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Date: 2005-07-30

Date: 2005-07-28
Comments:
  • Posted by farmerdill (Augusta Georgia - Zone 8a) on Aug 10, 2012 8:46 AM concerning plant:
    An antique dating from the 19th century that still holds it own with modern varieties. Much more consistent performer than Black Diamond and a slightly lighter shade of green. Good performance in both yield and taste for its class.

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