Powdery mildew resistant watermelon seed Onza

annualhybrid

New! Personal-sized and powdery mildew resistant. Onza is strong from the start, with good germination and seedling vigor that leads to long, vigorous vines at maturity. A bit later to mature than Ocelot, but worth the wait. Its striking dark red flesh is firm, juicy, and sweet. Tiger-striped rind and globe-shaped, 3–5 lb. fruits. Avg. 1–2 fruits/plant. Disease Resistance: • Powdery Mildew (Intermediate) Specs: • Packet: 15 seeds • Avg. 9,100 seeds/lb SCIENTIFIC NAME: Citrullus lanatus var. lanatus CULTURE: A light, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5–7.5 and a southern exposure is ideal. Good soil moisture is important in early stages of growth and during pollination when fruits are setting. After this point do not water the last week before fruits are ripe, as overwatering can cause bland fruit. TRANSPLANTING: Sow indoors in 50-cell plug trays or 2–3" peat pots in late April or one month (no sooner!) before transplanting outdoors. Plant 2 seeds per cell or pot, about ½–1" deep. Keep temperature 80–90°F (27–32°C) until germination. Handle young plants carefully and never let the soil dry out. Grow seedlings at 75°F (24°C). Reduce water and temperature for a week to harden seedlings. When the weather is frost-free, warm, and settled, transplant 2–3' apart in rows 6–8' apart, or thin to 1 plant/pot or cell with scissors and transplant 18" apart. Even hardened watermelon seedlings are tender! Do not disturb roots when transplanting, and water thoroughly.