Carolina Cross Watermelon Fruit Seeds

I grew these for my community garden, and the kids loved watching the melons get bigger each week. It was a great learning experience and ended in one epic harvest party.

Nearly every seed sprouted, and the seedlings were strong. I planted them in a sunny patch with compost, and they took off quickly. The first melon is already the size of a basketball.

These watermelons stole the show. One melon took two of us to carry! They do take time to mature, but it’s worth every minute when you slice open that monster and it’s bright red and sweet.

I’m in North Carolina and these absolutely thrived in our hot, humid summer. The vines were vigorous and pest-resistant, and the melons got enormous. Will plant again next year.

I thought a giant watermelon might be bland or watery, but this one was tender and flavorful all the way through. The flesh is deep red and holds up well when cut.