There are at least 1,200 varieties of Citrullus vulgaris commercially produce in 96 countries . These varieties graze in size , configuration , taste and colour . Red - fleshed watermelons are the most common but there are varieties with cream - colored , orangish , pink and yellow flesh . yellow-bellied - flesh watermelons are not a human - made mutation . The fruits occur of course . They are one of several diversity of watermelon which are all grown in much the same fashion .

Types

Grocery stores and produce markets sell personal - sized watermelons . These mini melons stray in sizing from 1 to 7 lbs . Yellow - fleshed mini form include yellow baby and yellow doll . These watermelon are early season watermelon vine and are grown in colder climates . They mature and are edible within 75 days after found . Honey heart are larger sized yellow fleshed melons and require a longer growing time of year .

Seedless watermelons arise from melons which are chemically treated and crabbed - pollinate with other watermelons to farm sterile , hybrid , seedless variety . yellowish - flesh melon come in in both sown and seedless varieties . Home - agriculturist can buy these and other watermelon seed through germ catalogues and retail storehouse .

Pollination

Both seedless and seeded watermelons are pollinated by bee . Watermelon pollen is heavy and does not transport through wind . scientist have influence that eight bee visits are necessary to ascertain that pollen has channelise from the male flush to the female heyday , according to the University of Missouri Extension .

Cultivation

Citrullus vulgaris seeds are planted in mounds about 1 foot high which are spaced 8 to 12 fundament asunder . The vines become quite long and require all the place allow them . The melon grow best in hot , humid conditions and in sandy ground .

Harvest

Some garden guide suggest you slap your Citrullus vulgaris with an open palm or thump the rind with your knuckles . If the result strait is deep and evocative , the melon vine is quick to be picked . If you are not fond of abusing your fruit or if you are pure tone deaf , then you may wish well to consider more scientific methods . abide by the color of the leave of absence located where the vine and the melon meet . If the foliage are chocolate-brown and dry , then the melon is ready to harvest . fit the bottom of the melon vine . If the melon vine ’s bottom is yellow , then it is ready to eat , report the University of Illinois Extension .

Uses

Citrullus vulgaris is a sweet-flavored yield and can be served in a variety of ways . Mediterranean cultures serve watermelon vine with feta cheese or other salty flavors . Watermelon rind can be stir- fried or pickled . watermelon have been used in sweet talker , granitas , salsa , muffins and as decorative fruit carving .

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