Description

Baronesa Rz Watermelon Seeds

Baronesa RZ F1 Watermelon is a large size black seeded watermelon with very uniform fruits and dark green skin with deep red flesh. Sugar content is high, the plant is strong, with small leaves and an excellent leaf cover that gives fewer problems of sunburn.

Plant population and spacing

• A generally adopted spacing of between 4,000 to 8,000 plants per hectare is recommended.

Climatic requirements

• Optimum germination temperature: 27-32°C, with night temperature not lower than 24°C.
• Optimum growth temperatures at night are 18-20°C, and day 24-30°C, and for ripening 15- 25°C. 2.2

Transplanting watermelon seeds

• The seeds must be transplanted and watered immediately after they have been obtained from the nursery.
• Planting trays should be kept cool and moist in the shade until used.
• When transplanting, ensure that the roots are not be damaged by the application of unnecessary pressure around the root module.

Fertilization

Watermelon is reasonably sensitive to salt, displaying a 50% yield reduction in the range of EC 4-6 (mhos/cm at 25 C). Consult Farmsquare or a fertilizer or soil specialist on other remedies needed in terms of a soil sample result.

Pests/Diseases

They include; Aphids, Cucumber Beetles. Squash Vine Borer Moths and Fusarium Wilt. Although some of these diseases can be treated early through close monitory of the farm with agrochemicals recommended for watermelon production.