URJA US-777 - WATERMELON F-1 HYBRID SEEDS (INDIAN AND STRIPPED)

• A warm season crop mainly grown in tropical and subtropical regions.
• Generally, a long period of warm, preferably dry weather with abundant sunshine is required.
• It is susceptible to frost.
• Excess humidity will promote the attack of diseases and insect-pests.
• For good quality and sweetness, dry weather during the fruit development is necessary.
• It requires tropical climate and fairly high temperature (35-40°C) during fruit development.
• Cool nights and warm days are ideal for accumulation of sugars in the fruits. Maturity is hastened if nights are warm.
• The average temperature for growth should be around 30-35°C with maximum around 40°C and minimum between 20 and 25°C.
• The optimum temperature range of 18-25°C is required for germination.
• VARIETY DETAILS:
• Oblong medium maturity hybrid
• Light green color with dark green stripes
• Deep crimson flesh with granular texture
• Ready in 80 to 85 days after sowing
• Average weight – 8 to 10kg
• Approx. seeds count - 50

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