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Cleveland Texas

What would be good seeds to get for someone new to raising watermelons?
I have a large backyard and I want to grow a couple watermelon and pumpkin plants.

10/22/2009 10:51:45 PM

formerly RGG

I grew one called Mountain Hoosier this year that is a wonderful watermelon. The plant is very productive & produces very large melons & the taste is excellent.

10/23/2009 8:31:39 AM

Bowdon, GA

Do you want size or taste? Are you looking for something easy to grow?

10/23/2009 7:15:55 PM

Cleveland Texas

I would like to grow one over 100#. If there is one that will reach this and be relatively easy to grow that would be good. But anything with good size is fine.

10/23/2009 10:00:30 PM

formerly RGG

A few different watermelons will grow over 100 pounds with the proper care. Only Carolina Cross will grow over 200 pounds and it has the added benefit of being a good eater if picked at the proper stage of maturity. Seeds are available from many of the growers on this forum for the cost of a SASBE. We all grow Carolina Cross.

10/23/2009 10:27:46 PM

formerly RGG

Bt the way, it isn't easy to get a melon over 100 pounds unless you are dedicated and know what you are doing. You can learn a lot if you'll go back on this forum and do a lot of reading.

10/23/2009 10:30:11 PM

Bowdon, GA

There are a few varieties that will get to the 100# mark. Carolina Cross, Cobb's Gem, Mountain Hoosier, and Blue Rind. If your new to it and want to grow a 100+ I would go with the Carolina Cross. None of these varieties are as easy to grow as a crimson sweet, but the Cc's are the easiest to get to that weight. They also have a good taste for their size. If you want some seeds send me an e-mail at inrock30108@aol.com. I'll give you some tips to help you get started too.

10/24/2009 12:16:44 AM

Cleveland Texas

Thanks I sent you a e-mail.

10/24/2009 11:55:49 PM