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Citrullus lanatus 'Sweet Dakota Rose'

 
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Family: Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Citrullus (SIT-ruh-lus) (Info)
Species: lanatus (la-NA-tus) (Info)
Cultivar: Sweet Dakota Rose

Category:
Vegetables
Vines and Climbers

Height:
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing:
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Sun Exposure:
Full Sun

Bloom Color:
Pale Yellow

Days to Maturity:
81 to 90 days

Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)

Propagation Methods:
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting:
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Profile:

1 positive
No neutrals
No negatives

Gardeners' Notes:

RatingAuthorComment
Positive Indy On Aug 16, 2007, Indy from Alexandria, IN
(Zone 5b) wrote:

This variety has been developed in North Dakota over the last 30 years. It is early and a strong grower with a delightful taste. It should weigh in about 20 - 22 pounds. Seeds can be ordered from Seeds Of Change.

Regional...

This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:

Alexandria, Indiana



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