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Moon & Stars Watermelon Seeds For Planting "Van Doren" (Citrullus lanatus)

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ALL ABOUT THESE WATERMELONS

The Van Doren Moon & Stars Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a striking heirloom variety with a dark green rind speckled with vibrant yellow spots, resembling a starry night sky with a prominent "moon." This large, oblong melon, weighing 20-40 pounds, boasts sweet, juicy pinkish-red flesh with a rich, old-fashioned flavor. Its thick rind and brown seeds add to its traditional appeal, making it perfect for fresh eating or summer gatherings. Recognized by Slow Food’s Ark of Taste, this rediscovered 1926 classic delivers exceptional taste and visual allure.

SEED COUNT

20 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
ALL ABOUT THESE WATERMELONS

SEED COUNT

20 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES

The Van Doren Moon & Stars Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a striking heirloom variety with a dark green rind speckled with vibrant yellow spots, resembling a starry night sky with a prominent "moon." This large, oblong melon, weighing 20-40 pounds, boasts sweet, juicy pinkish-red flesh with a rich, old-fashioned flavor. Its thick rind and brown seeds add to its traditional appeal, making it perfect for fresh eating or summer gatherings. Recognized by Slow Food’s Ark of Taste, this rediscovered 1926 classic delivers exceptional taste and visual allure.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP

No seed prep needed before sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION

PLANT HEIGHT

Low growing / trailing 12” to 20” “tall.”

PLANT WIDTH

Vines spread a good 5’ to 15’ long.

PLANT SPACING

Sow 2 to 3 seeds per hill.

ROW SPACING

Space hills 4' to 6' apart.

CROP SIZE

15 to 40 lbs with a 12” to 18” diameter.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Citrullus lanatus

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

95 to 100 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

No seed prep needed before sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich & fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.

GERMINATION

PLANT HEIGHT

Low growing / trailing 12” to 20” “tall.”

PLANT WIDTH

Vines spread a good 5’ to 15’ long.

PLANT SPACING

Sow 2 to 3 seeds per hill.

ROW SPACING

Space hills 4' to 6' apart.

CROP SIZE

15 to 40 lbs with a 12” to 18” diameter.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Citrullus lanatus

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

95 to 100 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?