All- America Selections for 2012: Love the watermelon

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By paulgrow
December 23, 2011

Each year AAS judges get together to judge the “best of the best” flowers and vegetables. The panel is comprised of individuals associated with some of the premier seed companies in the country. These awards are not given lightly. Each entry must meet high standards in order to be considered for these prestigious awards. There are four winners for 2012, two each in the flower and vegetable categories.

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Name: Lynn Dallas, OR (Zone 8b) valleylynn Dec 22, 2011 6:15 PM CST
Paul this was a great way to learn about some new plants. I really love the new salvia and wish I had one of those watermelons to eat, right now. I was wondering how that melon would do here in the Pacific Northwest? Sunset zone 6 Sempervivum for Sale Sempervivum ~ Sedum ~ Containers \| Quote \| Post #193138 (1)

Name: Carole Clarksville, TN (Zone 6b) SongofJoy Dec 23, 2011 2:45 AM CST
Thanks for the information, Paul. I garden for the pollinators. \| Quote \| Post #193237 (2)

Name: Paul Allen Park, MI (Zone 6a) paulgrow Dec 23, 2011 7:36 AM CST
Lynn Only one way to find out, give it a try. I had an uncle who farmed in southern Indiana who grew watermelons and cantaloupes for a living. He started his seed in cold frames and transplanted into the fields when the weather warmed. His watermelons were around 40 pounds. Give it a try and keep us posted Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown \| Quote \| Post #193339 (3)

Name: Lynn Dallas, OR (Zone 8b) valleylynn Dec 23, 2011 8:31 AM CST
I will do that Paul. Thank you. : ) Sunset zone 6 Sempervivum for Sale Sempervivum ~ Sedum ~ Containers \| Quote \| Post #193344 (4)

Name: Christine North East Texas (Zone 7b) wildflowers Dec 23, 2011 8:40 AM CST
Thank you. I enjoy learning about new plants! Yum on the crisp, sweet watermelon! May your life be like a wildflower, growing freely in the beauty and joy of each day --Native American Proverb \| Quote \| Post #193348 (5)

Name: Linda Carmel, IN (Zone 5a) mom2goldens Dec 29, 2011 5:06 PM CST
Great article and photos, Paul. I love to hear about the new plant introductions. The watermelon and salvia here have piqued my interest \| Quote \| Post #195503 (6)

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