Discover the heirloom treasure of Cream of Saskatchewan, a watermelon that?s been cherished for generations. This beautiful variety produces round, 6–11 pound fruits, each about 10" in diameter?—just the right size for easy slicing and serving. Beneath its thin, delicate rind, you'll find crisp, creamy-white flesh that's fantastically sweet. Perfect for northern climates, this watermelon thrives even in cooler summers.
Days to Maturity: 85 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Watermelon
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full Sun
Plant Dimensions: 6'-10' vines
Variety Info: 'Cream of Saskatchewan' produces round fruits that average 6–11 pounds. Outer rind is pale green with dark green stripes. The creamy-white interior is firm and sweet.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–90°F.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Days to Emerge: 5 – 10 Days
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: 2 - 3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 4' – 6' apart
Thinning: When 3 leaves, thin to 1 plant per mound.
Harvesting: It can be tricky to know exactly when a watermelon is ripe and ready to pick. First, know the number of "days to harvest" and begin checking fruits as harvest date draws closer. Signs to look for are: (1) the bottom of the melon (where it lies on the soil) turns from light green to a yellowish color; (2) the surface color of the fruit turns dull; (3) the skin becomes resistant to penetration by the thumbnail and is rough to the touch; and (4) light green, curly tendril on the stem near the point of attachment of the melon is brown and dry. All of these indicators may not necessarily occur at the same time.
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