Description
Discover the unique sweetness of 'Mountain Sweet Yellow,' an organic watermelon with vibrant yellow flesh. This heirloom variety, developed from the popular 1800s red-fleshed 'Mountain Sweet,' produces large, 20–35 lb melons with a dark green rind striped with lighter green. Its firm, sweet yellow interior makes for a refreshing summer treat. Thriving in warm summer climates, this watermelon is perfect for gardeners seeking a large, flavorful harvest. With its disease resistance and rich, sweet taste, 'Mountain Sweet Yellow' is a standout for any garden.
Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
Days to Maturity: 95–100 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: 6'–10' vines
Variety Information: 'Mountain Sweet Yellow' produces oblong fruits that average 20–35 pounds. Outer rind is dark green with lighter green stripes. The yellow interior is firm and sweet.
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–90°F.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ½”
Seed Spacing: 2–3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 4'–6' apart
Thinning: When 3 leaves, thin to 1 plant per mound
Harvesting: It can be tricky to know exactly when a watermelon is ripe and ready to pick. First, know the number of “days to harvest” and begin checking fruits as harvest date draws closer. Signs to look for are: (1) the bottom of the melon (where it lies on the soil) turns from light green to a yellowish color; (2) the surface color of the fruit turns dull; (3) the skin becomes resistant to penetration by the thumbnail and is rough to the touch; and (4) light green, curly tendril on the stem near the point of attachment of the melon is brown and dry. All of these indicators may not necessarily occur at the same time.
This packet sows up to 5 mounds. 10 seeds.
