97 days. Non-GMO Jubilee Watermelon Seeds. Jubilee Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus x) is a staple large elongated watermelon with a shiny striped rind. Expect a harvest in autumn, with a melon weighing in at up to 25-40 lbs.
Jubilee Watermelon - Garden Seed
Grow a classic with the Jubilee Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus x)! Introduced in Florida in the 1960’s, this watermelon has become a favorite for avid growers because of the giant fruit produced and the reliability of the plant.
Jubilee Watermelon is an annual in zones 3-9. Plant 6 seeds per mound and thin seedlings till only two remain. Keep soil moist until fruit(s) are the size of a baseball, then water only when soil is dry to the touch.
Remove blooms to promote fruit growth. When the surface of this watermelon transitioning from shiny to dull and the bottom, where the fruit meets the grown, is yellow, it is time to harvest.
Variety: Jubilee
Other Names:
Seeds per Oz: Approx 420
Days to Maturity: Approx 97 days
Features:
Non-GMO: Yes
Organic: No
Heirloom: Yes
Treated: No
Pelleted: No
Hybrid: Yes
Open Pollinated: No
Plant Type: Annual
Hardiness Zone: 3-9
Uses: Smoothies, Juices, Eaten raw
Temp Preference: Warmer
Light Preference: Full Sun
Resistances: None
Comments: Introduced in 1963. Susceptible to cucumber beetles and melon aphids and to fungal diseases like gummy stem blight, anthracnose, and downy mildew.
| Seed Planting Depth | Seeds per Ounce | Germination Temperature | Days to Germination | Row Spacing | Plant Spacing | 100' Row Yield | Sun |
| 1/2 inch cover | Approx 420 | 70 to 75 F | 3-5 days | 4-6 feet | 12 inches | N/A | Full Sun |
Sowing: Sow indoors if possible and transplant. Outdoors, sow the seeds in spring after the last frost of the season. Space the plants at least a foot a part, in full sun or partial shaded areas. Germination takes about 2 to 3 weeks. Press into soil, but don’t cover the Lamb’s Ear seeds. Prefers light to germinate.
Transplanting:First, “harden off” your plant for up to 14 days before transplanting. Prep the bed, by turning the soil under 8 inches. Dig a whole big enough for the entire root structure. Loosen the dirt around the root structure, and place the plant in the whole covering the roots. Water thoroughly. Holes should be at least 12 inches apart.
Soil Preference: A rich fertile loam, well-drained and warm. Prefers a light acidic soil.
Other Tips: Try all of the methods to check for ripeness. Give the thick rind a thump. A dull sound usually means it’s ready. Check the bottom. If it is a cream color rather than white, it may be ready. Scratch the rind. If it comes off fairly easily, that may also be a sign of ripeness.