Organic Black Trail Mountain Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)

With a nearly black rind and vibrant crimson flesh, this heirloom watermelon bursts with sweet, juicy, and crunchy perfection. Perfect for short seasons, it thrives in cool or hot climates, delivering rich flavor, early ripening, and disease resistance. Mature melons weight 8-12 pounds. 25 seeds minimum Germination: 5-10 days Maturity: 80 days Direct sow -1 deep in full sun after last frost or start indoors 3-4 weeks prior to last frost. Harden off seedlings before planting. Watermelon seedlings prefer not to be disturbed; direct sow is suggested. Sow seeds 6 apart. Space plants 18 apart in rows 6-8 apart.