watermelon

Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-&-Garden Series)
Variety: Watermelon / Tarbooz (Citrullus lanatus)
Sweet & Juicy Flesh: Produces large, crisp fruits with high sugar content and deep red flesh wrapped in a sturdy, dark-striped green rind.
Sun-Loving Vine: Ideal for sunny backyard gardens, raised beds, or spacious rooftop container setups with adequate room to spread.

Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for warm Indian climates and varied soil types.

Feature	Details
Scientific Name	Citrullus lanatus
Category	Fruit Seeds / Home Garden
Sowing Season	Late Winter through Summer (January to April)
Sunlight	Full Sun (Requires 6–8 hours of direct daily sunlight)
Germination Rate	80%+ tested quality
Germination Time	6 to 10 days
Maturity / Harvesting Time	80 to 90 days after sowing

Soil Preparation: Prepare light, well-draining sandy loam soil rich in organic matter. Work in well-rotted cow dung or vermicompost to ensure good aeration and adequate nutrient uptake.
Sowing: Sow seeds directly into soil mounds or seedling cups about 0.5 to 1 inch deep. Maintain warm soil moisture until germination begins.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the early growth and flowering stages to support vigorous vine growth. Reduce watering slightly as fruits reach full size to maximize flesh sweetness.
Spacing & Care: Space plants or mounds at least 3 to 4 feet apart to allow the vigorous vines to spread. Ensure proper sunlight exposure and protect young fruits from direct damp ground contact using a light bed of dry straw.

Summer Refreshment: Delivers homegrown, high-Brix sweet watermelons right through peak summer months.
High-Yielding Vines: Strong trailing plants designed to bear uniform, medium-to-large heavy fruits.
Beginner-Friendly Crop: Simple to direct-sow with reliable germination, making it a rewarding project for home growers and kitchen gardeners.