Desert King

Price range: $3.50 through $453.25

Considered to be the most drought tolerant variety on the market.  Round to slightly oblong fruits are light green with deep yellow, sweet and tender flesh.  Fruits typically weigh 15-20 pounds and will hold for up to 4 weeks on the vine without sacrificing quality.  Black seeds.  Will not sunburn.  85 days.

Additional information

Weight N/A
Seed Type

Conventional

Latin Name:

Citrullus lanatus

Germination:

5-10 days

Maturity:

85 days

Exposure:

Full Sun

Planting Method:

Direct sow after all danger of frost past and soil is warm. Or start indoors and transplant after 3-4 weeks.

Planting Depth:

1/2-1"

Spacing:

Sow seeds 6" apart. Space plants 18" apart in rows 6-8' apart

Seed Count

+/- 212 per ounce; 3,400 per pound

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