Watermelon F-1 Hybrid US-20011 Icebox : A warm season crop mainly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. Generally, a long period of warm, preferably dry weather with abundant sunshine is required. It is susceptible to frost. Excess humidity will promote the attack of diseases and insect-pests. For good quality and sweetness, dry weather during the fruit development is necessary. It requires tropical climate and fairly high temperature (35-40°C) during fruit development. Cool nights and warm days are ideal for accumulation of sugars in the fruits. Maturity is hastened if nights are warm. The average temperature for growth should be around 30-35°C with maximum around 40°C and minimum between 20 and 25°C. The optimum temperature range of 18-25°C is required for germination.

Variety Details :

• Oblong shape and dark green in color.
• Red crispy flesh – very sweet in taste.
• A very high yielding variety.
• Maturity in 70 to 75 days.
• Average fruit weight: 3 to 4 kg.