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Watermelon - Sugar Baby
Citrullus Lanatus
4 - 6' (1.2 - 1.8 m)
12 - 18" (30 - 46 cm)
11-12
Annual
Full Sun
Keep Well Watered
Well Drained Soil
Sugar Baby watermelon is a popular and much-loved variety known for its petite size, delectable sweetness, and refreshing taste. As a smaller cultivar of the watermelon species Citrullus lanatus, Sugar Baby is celebrated for its compactness, making it a perfect choice for smaller households or gardens with limited space.
These watermelons showcase a dark green, almost black, rind with firm, sweet, and crisp red flesh inside. Their texture is exceptionally juicy and refreshing, and they contain a high water content, providing a thirst-quenching and deliciously sweet eating experience.
In terms of taste, Sugar Baby watermelons are known for their incredible sweetness. Their flesh offers a delightful balance of sweetness and mildness, making them a favorite choice for a refreshing snack during hot summer days. The smaller size also makes them more convenient for storage and serving.