- Golden Midget was developed by Elwyn Meader and Albert Yaeger at U of N. H. in 1959 and selected for tis unique yellow skin with a pink flesh and very early maturity.
Watermelon Seeds - Mini - Golden Midget
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60-70 Days to maturity. Citrullus lanatus. Golden Midget Watermelon Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, heat tolerant, seeded, mini watermelon. Bred by Elwyn Meader and Albert Yaeger at U of N.H. in 1959. Have a short growing season? Need watermelons in a hurry? Look no further than this early little melon. Golden-yellow skin and salmon pink flesh that is fairly sweet for such an early melon.. ~470 seeds/oz.
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Watermelon Seeds - Golden Midget
Leaves are green and yellow. No guessing needed to know if this watermelon is ready because it turns yellow when its at its peak ripeness. Black seeded variety. Prompt harvesting will keep Golden Midget from splitting. Excellent melon for short seasons. Just over two months!
Basic Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Latin Name: | Citrullus lanatus |
| Golden Midget Watermelon Color: | Red Flesh, Yellow Skin |
Growing Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Annual: Not Intended to Overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 60-70 |
| Days to Germination: | 4-12 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.5-1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 36-48 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 7-10 feet |
| Plant Height: | 12-18 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other Info
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Watermelon Size: | Mini - Small "personal sized" watermelons usually under about 9 lbs. |
| Seeded or Seedless: | Seeded |
| Plant Width: | 12-18 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 50 to 75 days from direct sowing to harvesting ripe melons. |
