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- Watermelon is an extremely popular fruit. Melon Seeds contain high amounts of antioxidants and are viewed as an excellent source of Folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc and protein. Watermelon seeds, also called as tarbooj ke beej in Hindi are used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.The prevent signs of ageing can also be used as mouth fresheners when it is mixed with nuts and spices. White melon seeds are fried and then used in making various types of cakes.
- Watermelons need a long growing season (at least 80 days) and warm ground for seeds to germinate and grow. Soil should be 70 degrees F or warmer at planting time. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and keep well watered until germination. To get a jumpstart in cooler climates, cover the planting area with black plastic to warm up the soil and start seeds indoors two or three weeks before they are to be set out in the garden.
- Watermelon plants have moderately deep roots and watering is seldom necessary unless the weather turns dry for a prolonged period. When vines begin to ramble, side dress plants with half a cup of balanced fertilizer (5-10-5). A third application of fertilizer should be made when melons are set. Withhold water as melons start to mature to intensify sweetness.
- When vines begin to ramble, give watermelon plants a dose of boron to help them produce sweeter fruits. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of household borax in 1 gallon of water and spray foliage and the base of the plants. Select short-season varieties such as 'Million Bucks Hybrid' or 'Orange Sunshine Hybrid' if your growing season is less than 90 days. Start watermelon seeds indoors and use black plastic mulch.
- A well established plant (80-85 days) with good adaptability. Fruits are oval to oblong in shape, each weighing 4-5 kg. Rind is dark green Color. Flesh color is deep crimson red with good testure and sweetness (TSS 12-13%). Knowing how to determine when a watermelon is perfectly ripe is not easy. When it turns brown and dries up, the melon is ripe.
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GardenHunt is a online store, it was started and maintained by Agriculture and Horticulture graduates. We delivers a good quality seeds with maximum germination rate. Each variety of seeds, we are selling is only after germination test is done. Watermelon is only made of sugar and water which prevents from dehydration during summer. It is nutrient dense fruit packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and low calories. Naati variety of this fruit give large size tasty fruit. Watermelon is an extremely popular fruit. Melon Seeds contain high amounts of antioxidants and are viewed as an excellent source of Folic acid, calcium, magnesium, zinc and protein. Watermelon seeds, also called as tarbooj ke beej in Hindi are used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.The prevent signs of ageing can also be used as mouth fresheners when it is mixed with nuts and spices. White melon seeds are fried and then used in making various types of cakes.