Category Archives: Watermelon

Watermelon

Watermelon is relatively easy to grow! It takes a long season and thrives in hot weather. Growing sweet, juicy homegrown watermelons is interesting work for many gardeners. Nothing beats the taste of sweet, juicy watermelon on a hot summer day. So, let's get expert tips for growing watermelons in your own spring and summer garden.

Common name: Watermelon
Botanical name: Citrillus lunatus
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Plant type: Annual fruiting vine
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil type: Loamy, sandy, well-drained
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 6.8)
Hardiness zones: Grown as an annual in zones 2 to 11
Native areas: Western Africa

Types of Watermelon
Ali Baba Watermelon

Ali Baba Watermelon

Korean Watermelon

Korean Watermelon

Personal Watermelon

Personal Watermelon

Seedless Watermelon

Seedless Watermelon

Mini Watermelon

Mini Watermelon

Sangria Watermelon

Sangria Watermelon

Gold in Gold Watermelon

Gold In Gold Watermelon

White Wonder Watermelon

White Wonder Watermelon

Yellow Watermelon

Yellow Watermelon

Orange Watermelon

Orange Watermelon

Jo Saeng No Ran Ggul Watermelon

Jo Saeng No Ran Ggul Watermelon

Red Flesh Sunshine Watermelon

Red Flesh Sunshine Watermelon

Faerie Watermelon

Faerie Watermelon

West African Watermelon

West African Watermelon

Black Beauty Watermelon

Black Beauty Watermelon

Black Watermelon

Black Watermelon

Moon and Stars Watermelon

Moon and Stars Watermelon

Watermelon Gherkin Cucumber

Watermelon Gherkin Cucumber