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This legendary Amish heirloom variety from 1910 is named for the moon and stars pattern on its rind. The large yellow spots are the “moons” and the smaller spots are the “stars”. The leaves are also speckled in yellow! Moon and Stars has sweet, brilliant red flesh. No two melons are just alike, making this crop a delight with each new fruit. Watermelons are 8"-12" in diameter and weigh 10-15 pounds.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Citrullus lanatus |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 3 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/2 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 2-4 weeks before last spring frost, Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 90-100 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 15 |
