Watermelon Seeds Urja F1 Black Ball : It is 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 a tropical climate and fairly high temperature (35-40°C) during fruit development. Cool nights and warm days are ideal for the 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 a maximum of around 40°C and a minimum between 20 and 25°C. The optimum temperature range of 18-25°C is required for germination.

Variety Details :

• Early medium maturity
• Round sugar baby type hybrid (highly popular)
• Red flesh with a soft texture
• Resistant to Fusarium
• Average fruit weight: 8 to 10kg
• Seed Rate : 300-400 Grams per acre
• Sowing time (North):
  • Mid Jan – Mar
  • Nov – Dec (under protection)
• Sowing time (South): Nov – Dec.