Very interesting and unusual orange fleshed watermelon variety
Orange Glow watermelon is an American heirloom variety. Large, deep orange fleshed watermelon, very sweet with a wonderful sugary taste and a crisp flesh. High yield variety,with fruits growing up to 25 pounds.
Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
Plant Life Cycle: annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 24C
Germination time in days: 7-14 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 90-110 days
Soil requirement: sandy or light textured
Sowing and cultivation: Sow seeds indoors 4 weeks before transplanting out. Transplant in their final growing space after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space plants 20 cm apart in all directions.