Watermelon Seeds – Rare Purple Flesh

Grow a unique and flavorful watermelon variety with these Rare Purple Flesh Watermelon Seeds. This stunning variety produces large, sweet melons with deep purple-red flesh and a refreshing taste. Ideal for home gardeners looking for something distinctive, these watermelons thrive in warm climates and deliver excellent yields when provided with full sun and well-drained soil.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual vining plant

• Variety Name: Rare Purple Flesh Watermelon

• Fruit Size: Large, typically 15–25 lbs per melon

• Flesh Color: Deep purple to red with firm texture

• Days to Maturity: 85–95 days from germination

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; best grown in summer months

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual in most zones)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: February–June

  • Zones 7–8: March–May

  • Zones 5–6: April–May

• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil, rich in organic matter

• Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging

• Spacing: 3–4 feet between plants, 6–8 feet between rows

• Pollination: Open-pollinated; bees assist in fruit set

• Harvest Time: When the tendril near the fruit stem dries and the underside turns creamy yellow

• Uses: Fresh eating, salads, beverages, and desserts