Orange Tendersweet Watermelon

Type: Heirloom
Packet size: 10 seeds

Citrullus lanatus. Orange Tendersweet Watermelon is a distinctive heirloom variety prized for its beautiful bright orange flesh and exceptionally sweet, refreshing flavor. The colorful interior makes it a fun alternative to traditional red-fleshed watermelons and a standout when sliced for summer eating.

Vigorous vines produce large melons with crisp, juicy flesh. Orange Tendersweet is an excellent choice for home gardeners looking for an unusual heirloom watermelon with old-fashioned flavor.

🌱 Growing Information

How to Grow Orange Tendersweet Watermelon from Seed

Planting Depth: 1 inch
Seed Spacing: 24–36 inches
Row Spacing: 72–96 inches
Germination Time: 7–10 days
Days to Harvest: 85–95 days
Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Planting Tips:
Direct sow Orange Tendersweet Watermelon seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has thoroughly warmed. In areas with shorter growing seasons, seeds can be started indoors several weeks before the last frost and carefully transplanted after temperatures warm.

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil and provide plenty of room for the vigorous vines to spread. Water consistently while plants are flowering and developing fruit, reducing excess watering as melons approach maturity.

Signs of ripeness include a duller rind, a creamy yellow ground spot where the melon rests on the soil, and a tendril near the fruit that has turned brown and dry.

🍉 Great for sunny vegetable gardens and melon patches with plenty of room for vines to spread.