Name: Moon and Stars Watermelon Seeds #354
SKU: 1596
Availability: InStock

Moon and Stars Watermelon Seeds #354

$3.65 – $6.35

HEIRLOOM One of the legendary Moon and Stars varieties of watermelon which were once thought to be lost. Dark skinned watermelons with golden yellow stars and one larger yellow “moon”. This variety has red flesh that is consistently sweet and flavorful. We have a fairly challenging climate for watermelons, but these come through well for us in warmer and cooler years with delicious 10-20lb. fruits. (In 2020 one weighed in at 28lbs!) This variety has been consistently among our first to ripen. The leaves and vigorous vines are also speckled with stars.

Description

Moon and Stars Watermelon Seeds

DAYS TO HARVEST

75-95 from transplant

SOWING

If transplanting (recommended) sow 2-3 weeks before the last frost date about 5 inches apart in a tray or in individual 4-inch pots. Sow moon and stars watermelon seeds two seeds per hole, and select the stronger seedling to transplant. Watermelons like rich soil. As the seeds are germinating, keep them very warm (75F-80F) and avoid over watering! Cool soil or too much water can cause the seeds to rot rather than sprout! Once they have germinated, they will be thirsty and like plenty of water (but without getting waterlogged.) transplant then they have their first true leaves. Cover immediately (after transplanting and watering in) with row cover for extra warmth and to prevent insect damage. Uncover as soon as flower buds appear to allow pollination.

LIGHT PREFERENCE
full sun

SOIL REQUIREMENTS

Moon and Stars Cherokee Watermelons like rich, warm, moist but well-draining soil. Sandy and stony soil seem to be good (stones actually help to raise soils temperature!) as long as you put in plenty of compost and make sure to water them regularly, especially as they start blooming and setting fruit.

PLANT HEIGHT

N/A

PLANT SPACING

4 ft in the row, rows 3 ft apart.

HARDINESS ZONES

Not cold hardy.

HARVEST

When two curling tendrils from the melon towards the roots have turned brown, the watermelon should be ripe.

USES & COOKING SUGGESTIONS

Eat and enjoy!

Watermelon, mint and fennel salad:

De-seed and chop the watermelon flesh into approximately 1-inch cubes
Finely chop a large bunch of fresh mint leaves (applemint for milder salad, peppermint or spearmint for a stronger mint flavor)
Slice 2 medium-sized fennel bulbs
Very finely chop 1/4 of a sweet red onion

mix everything together with a vinaigrette: