Sugar Baby Watermelon is a small, round variety of watermelon known for its sweet taste and small size, typically weighing between 6-8 pounds. It is a popular variety for home gardens and small spaces because of its compact size.
To grow Sugar Baby Watermelons, you will need:
- Well-drained soil
- Full sun
- Sugar Baby Watermelon seeds
- Trellis or support for the vine to climb
- Fertilizer
Growing Instructions:
-
Sow the seeds in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun, after the last frost date.
-
Space the plants about 4-6 feet apart.
-
Provide support for the vine to climb by using a trellis or other support system.
-
Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
-
Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
-
When the watermelons reach maturity, you will know they are ready to harvest when the tendril closest to the melon dries up.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | Sow the seeds in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun, after the last frost date. |
| 4-8 | Space the plants about 4-6 feet apart and provide support for the vine to climb. |
| 8-12 | Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. |
| 12-16 | Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. |
| 16+ | Harvest the watermelons when the tendril closest to the melon dries up. |