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Watermelon

Citrullus Lanatus

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Overview

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is an annual fruiting vine requiring ample space, thriving in warm, sunny conditions with well-drained soil. Its sprawling growth reaches up to 20 ft, with large, lobed leaves and yellow blossoms. Fruits vary considerably, from 6-40 lbs, with a green rind and juicy, sweet interior—ranging from deep red to pink or yellow. Ideal for spacious gardens, it provides summer refreshment and visual interest.

Sun FullWater HighZones 9–10Type Vegetable, Vine
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — This vining plant is prized for its sweet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
High
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Vegetable, Vine
Family
Cucurbitaceae

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Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — vegetable / vine with yellow blooms
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — yellow flowers in the garden
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — Ideal for spacious gardens, it provides summer refreshment and visual interest; but employing a trellis system can help manage
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a warm-season fruit crop belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — Watermelons generally mature around 80 to 100 days after planting
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — Watermelon plants thrive in full sun and prefer loamy, well-draining soil with a pH ranging from 6.0 to 6.8; this vining plant
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — and the vines require a consistent watering schedule; vegetable / vine for full
Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) — Watermelon plants thrive in full sun and prefer loamy, well-draining soil with a pH ranging from 6.0 to 6.8
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