Congo Watermelon Seeds

50 open-pollinated, non-gmo, and pesticide free heirloom Congo watermelon seeds (Citrullus lanatus) per packet. Extremely sweet flavor with up to 9.5% sugar content. Oblong shape growing over 2 feet and to 40 pounds. Heat and disease resistant. Dark colored rind. Large seeds. The name pays homage to watermelon's origins in Africa. Grows in zones 3-12. Direct sow when daytime soil temp reaches 75F. Sow 0.5-1 in deep in mounds, 6-10 ft apart. Needs full sun and loose soil. Or start indoors 0.5-1 in deep 3-4 weeks before last frost. Heat soil to 75-85F. Harden to cold and transplant outdoors 1-2 weeks after last frost. Place strongest 2-3 seedlings in small mounds, 6-10 ft apart. Matures in 95 days. Plant with dill, beans, and marigold.