Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds – Sweet Compact Heirloom Melon – 10 Seeds

Sugar Baby Watermelon is a beloved heirloom variety known for its exceptionally sweet, deep red flesh and compact growth habit. This icebox-type melon produces small, round fruits that typically weigh between 6 and 10 pounds, making them perfect for small gardens, patios, and fresh eating. The dark green rind with subtle darker stripes gives the fruit a classic, attractive appearance.

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Sugar Baby is a rewarding choice. Its vines are relatively compact compared to larger watermelon varieties, and the melons are easy to harvest when the tendril nearest the fruit turns brown and dry. Enjoy the crisp, sugary flesh fresh, in fruit salads, or blended into refreshing summer drinks.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety prized for its high sugar content and rich flavor
• Compact, icebox-type fruits typically weigh 6 to 10 pounds
• Deep red, crisp flesh with few seeds
• Dark green rind with darker stripes
• Vines are more manageable than large watermelon types

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
• Plant Type: Annual fruit
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Vining
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-11 as an annual
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Vines spread 3-4 feet
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 70-95°F; germinates in 3-10 days
• Spacing: 24-36 inches between plants, rows 5-6 feet apart

Planting & Care

Sow Sugar Baby watermelon seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date, when soil has warmed to at least 70°F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing as recommended. For earlier harvests, start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost in biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance. Water regularly, providing about 1-2 inches per week, and reduce watering as fruits mature to concentrate sugars.

Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a balanced fertilizer or compost. Watch for common pests like cucumber beetles and squash bugs. Harvest when the tendril closest to the fruit turns brown and the underside of the melon is creamy yellow. Store harvested melons in a cool place and enjoy within a few weeks.

What's Included

This listing includes 10 Sugar Baby Watermelon seeds.