Heirloom Blue Watermelon Seeds for Planting – Organic Non-GMO with Strong Germination
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Fruit Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Climbing Cactus (Pitaya / Dragon Fruit)
- Germination Time 10-20 days
- Sowing Depth 0.3-0.5 cm (barely cover the seeds)
- Plant Spacing 2-3 m (grown on a trellis or post)
- Sunlight Full sun (6-8 hours daily); light afternoon shade in very hot climates
- Soil Type Well-drained, sandy, slightly acidic soil
- Watering Moderate watering (keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged)
- Ideal Temperature 20-30°C (protect from frost)
- Blooming Time Flowers 2-3 years from sowing; fruit typically 60-90 days after flowering
- Suitable For Large containers, trellises and warm gardens (USDA zones 9-11)
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide sturdy support for vines; training onto trellis; protect from extreme cold
Description
Heirloom Blue Watermelon Seeds for Planting is a fruit seed for a perennial climbing cactus (pitaya / dragon fruit) that grows on trellises or posts and is suitable for large containers, trellises and warm gardens. Sow 0.3-0.5 cm barely cover the seeds and expect germination in 10-20 days, with plants spaced 2-3 m apart on a sturdy support in full sun (light afternoon shade in very hot climates). Water moderately to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, in well-drained, sandy, slightly acidic soil, and protect from frost with an ideal temperature around 20-30°C. Flowers appear 2-3 years from sowing, and fruit typically forms 60-90 days after flowering.