Can you plant the seeds from a store bought watermelon?
Yes, you can plant the seeds from a store bought watermelon. However, the germination rate of store bought watermelon seeds is usually lower than the germination rate of seeds from a fresh watermelon. This is because store bought watermelon seeds have been dried and may have been treated with chemicals.
To plant store bought watermelon seeds, you will need to start by soaking them in water for 24 hours. This will help to soften the seed coat and make it easier for the seed to germinate. After 24 hours, remove the seeds from the water and plant them in a pot filled with seed starting mix. The seeds should be planted about 1/2 inch deep and 2 inches apart.
Keep the pots in a warm, sunny location and water them regularly. The seeds should germinate within 1-2 weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, you can thin them out so that only the strongest seedlings remain.
The seedlings can be transplanted into the garden once they have developed their first set of true leaves. Watermelons need full sun and well-drained soil. They should be spaced about 3-4 feet apart.
Watermelons are a vine, so they will need to be supported as they grow. You can use a trellis or stakes to support the vines.
Watermelons are ready to harvest when they are heavy and the rind is a dull green color. The flesh of the watermelon should be red and juicy.
FAQs:
- Can you eat the seeds from store bought watermelon? Yes, you can eat the seeds from store bought watermelon. However, they may be bitter.
- How long does it take for store bought watermelon seeds to germinate? Store bought watermelon seeds usually germinate within 1-2 weeks.
- How long does it take for watermelon plants to produce fruit? Watermelon plants typically produce fruit within 3-4 months.
- How big do watermelon plants grow? Watermelon plants can grow up to 10 feet long.
- What is the best way to support watermelon plants? The best way to support watermelon plants is to use a trellis or stakes.
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