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Watermelon Seeds - Congo
Discover the Congo Watermelon, an AAS Winner and a gorgeous heirloom variety celebrated for its exceptional sweetness. This fast-growing annual produces luscious, oblong watermelons with dark green stripes, often exceeding 50 pounds. Its firm, juicy flesh offers a delightful sugar content of 9.4%, perfect for refreshing slices. Thriving in warm weather and full sun, it prefers sandy soils and requires ample space for its vining growth. The Congo Watermelon is resistant to Anthracnose, ensuring a bountiful harvest.
$4.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
5470
/ 6090
#5470 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
Life Cycle
Annual
/ Annual
Who it's for
- Exceptional Size and Flavor
- Reliable Germination Rate
- Rewarding Heirloom Experience
Who should skip it
- Extensive Space Requirements
- High Maintenance Needs
- Challenging Handling and Storage
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Type
Fruit
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
Variety Type
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Needs
High
Planting Depth
1 inch
Features
- Award-winning AAS Winner variety
- Extra-sweet, high-sugar content flesh
- Large fruit size, up to 50+ pounds
- Heirloom and open-pollinated seeds
- Resistant to Anthracnose
- Fast-growing vining plant
- Ideal for warm weather and full sun
- Perfect for slicing
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise the quality and reliability of the Congo watermelon variety. When successful, these seeds deliver large, sweet melons that are true to the heirloom description, validating the choice of this unique variety. While seed viability is always a variable factor in gardening, the resulting yield and exceptional flavor profile drive high satisfaction, making this a trusted choice for those seeking a substantial, classic watermelon harvest.
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