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McKenzie Seed – Watermelon Early Canada Improved

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McKenzie Seed – Watermelon Early Canada Improved

$2.09

Early Canada Improved is a Greybelle watermelon that produces nearly round fruits that can reach up to 6.5kg (15 lbs). The rind is grey-green with darker veins encasing a sweet and delicious dark pink flesh. High yields make it perfect for home gardeners as well as market growers.

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Plant Type: Vegetable

Flavor: Sweet and juicy fresh

Preparation Ideas: Eat fresh or make small watermelon balls to use in fruit salad.

Days to Germination: 5 to 7 days

Days to Maturity: 80 days

Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1″)

Instructions: Start seeds indoors 4 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Take care not to disturb roots when transplanting. Or, sow a few seeds over a hill 9 to 12 inches tall and 2 feet across. When the plants are 3 inches tall, thin by cutting to 3 plants per hill. Use a balanced fertilizer to increase yield.

Suggestions: Perfect choice of watermelon for smaller gardens.

Product Weight: 2.5 grams