{"product_id":"red-moon-and-stars-watermelon-seeds","title":"Red Moon and Stars Watermelon Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Moon and Stars Heirloom Watermelon Seeds – Unique Yellow Spotted Rind With Sweet Red Flesh\u003cbr\u003eCitrullus lanatus\u003cbr\u003eListing is for 1 packet of minimum 15 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Moon and Stars watermelon is a stunning heirloom variety that truly stands out in the garden, known for its deep green rind covered in bright yellow “stars” and larger “moon” spots. Originally introduced by Peter Henderson \u0026amp; Co. in 1926 as “Sun, Moon and Stars,” this legendary variety was later rediscovered in Missouri and has since become a favorite among home gardeners for its rich history and incredible flavor. Inside, you’ll find sweet, juicy, vibrant red flesh that makes every harvest worth the wait, with fruits that can grow over 40 lbs under the right conditions. For best results, plant in full sun with plenty of space to sprawl, use rich, well-draining soil, and keep consistently watered for optimal fruit development. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003eLet the soil dry out a little bit in-between watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eConsistent applications of fertilizer is important to promote lots of new, healthy, green growth to outpace the diseases and pests. Amend the soil with some organic granular fertilizer like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/49qTkVt\" draggable=\"false\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEspoma Garden-Tone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e before direct sowing the seeds. Or sprinkle some into the planting hole if using transplants. Apply 1\/4 cup of this fertilizer every 10-14 days to keep the nutrient supply consistent. I don't recommend using a synthetic fertilizer when fertilizing this frequently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen \u0026amp; How To Sow Seeds: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eDirect sowing is preferred after your last spring frost date. In warmer climates can also direct sow at end of summer for a fall harvest. Sow 2-3 seeds in a mound, 1\/2 inch deep, spaced 2FT apart, in rows spaced 3FT apart. Can also sow seeds indoors in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg white-space-prewrap font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4sdr6VB\" draggable=\"false\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4 inch pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e, filled with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/44HHNyw\" draggable=\"false\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eseed starting mix\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off\"\u003e, 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date to get an early start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-100 days after direct sowing the seed \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow \u0026amp; When To Harvest: \u003c\/strong\u003eWatermelon is ready to harvest when the underside resting on the ground turns from white to a creamy yellow, the rind looks dull rather than shiny, and the curly tendril closest to the fruit has dried up and turned brown. The melon should feel heavy for its size and sound hollow when tapped. To harvest, use clean garden shears or a sharp knife to cut the stem, leaving about 1–2 inches attached to the fruit. Avoid twisting or pulling the melon off the vine, as this can damage both the fruit and the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eWatermelons get a lot of leaf diseases caused by pathogens like molds, fungus spores, bacteria etc... Spray with 1 cup of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e3% hydrogen peroxide per gallon of water to clean and disinfect. Repeat every 5 days or so as a preventative, or until you notice the spread of the disease has stopped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Pests:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCritters like rabbits love to munch on newly germinated seedlings, so protection from small animals might be required. If you notice the leaves are chewed up and there are small black, green, or orange balls, worms\/caterpillars are chewing up the plants. Spray with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\" rel=\"noopener\" draggable=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4s7AZ7c\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-underline text-strikethrough-none\" rel=\"noopener\" draggable=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4pdnUXx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003espinosad\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e to treat for the worms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have a YouTube video tutorial on how to grow this? \u003c\/strong\u003eNot yet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Tips\/Information: \u003c\/strong\u003eN\/A\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jerrasgarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48230995198177,"sku":"MELON014","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/4012\/2081\/files\/redmoonandstarswatermelonseeds1.jpg?v=1776787069","url":"https:\/\/www.jerrasgarden.com\/products\/red-moon-and-stars-watermelon-seeds","provider":"Jerra's Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}