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Yellow Petite is a smaller round watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) with a striped green rind on the outside, and a crisp yellow inside. This widely adaptable watermelon is great for shorter growing seasons. It develops 5-7 pound fruits that are perfectly round. Seed packet contains 2 G (about 50 seeds).
This variety, and all other watermelons love heat, the hotter the better. If you live in a cooler climate, start seeds indoors early and transplant to the hottest spot in your yard. True to their name, the yellow flesh of these giant melons is sweet and refreshing. Large, premium seed packets give instructions on how to grow and when to plant outdoors
Sow directly into soil that's at least 70°F. For a head start or in cooler climates, start indoors 2-4 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Do not disturb tender roots when transplanting. Thin down to 2-3 plants per hill. Keep soil moist but well-drained.
Days to germination: 5-9 days
Planting depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 3'-6'
Soil Temperature: 70-85°
Light Requirements: Full Sun