{"product_id":"traditional-black-washington-watermelon","title":"Traditional Black Washington Watermelon","description":"\u003cp\u003e20 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Black Washington Watermelon is a vigorous heirloom variety that produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"280\"\u003elarge, round to slightly oval fruits with a dark green to nearly black rind\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"317\"\u003esweet, juicy, deep red flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is highly valued for its refreshing flavor and excellent keeping quality. Watermelon is rich in \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"484\"\u003evitamins A and C, lycopene, potassium, antioxidants, and water\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent summer fruit. 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coldest winter weeks and the peak summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gba4bs\" data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eSeed Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1835t2y\" data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eSoak seeds in \u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"956\"\u003elukewarm water (25–30°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e6–8 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fkzpig\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eNo cold stratification is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16v627u\" data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eOptional: Soak seeds in seaweed extract to encourage stronger seedlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cxvv1i\" data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eSoil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eUse fertile, sandy, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c5zv0r\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e40% Garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6fy8l3\" data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e30% Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i44vgv\" data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e20% Coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"188oljn\" data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e10% Perlite or coarse sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eIdeal soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zlgwyg\" data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e6.0–7.2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"t7hbgy\" data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2p0iqt\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eSow seeds directly into the ground or large containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4vzhkp\" data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003ePlant \u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e2–3 seeds per planting hole\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l606g1\" data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eSow seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e2–3 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nc7ist\" data-start=\"1467\" 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yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jqjn4p\" data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eThe rind becomes dull and resists scratching with a fingernail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h9pjjj\" data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eThe fruit produces a deep, hollow sound when tapped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1s7vi2w\" data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eFertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ondhmd\" data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eApply a balanced fertilizer every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e2–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rzpwpx\" data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003eSwitch to a fertilizer higher in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003epotassium and phosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e once flowering begins to improve fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3bs2m3\" data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003eGulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pgrsin\" data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eGrow during the moderate temperatures of spring or early autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1izzhk\" data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003eApply organic mulch to conserve moisture and keep fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fdtoa4\" data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen after flowering, as it promotes vine growth instead of fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q5t4jh\" data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003eWater consistently during fruit development but reduce irrigation just before harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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