Jubilee Watermelon
Jubilee Watermelon is an open-pollinated variety developed by the University of Florida in 1963. Large, oblong melons are super sweet and average 25-40 lbs. Handles heat and humidity well. Citrullus lanatus. 95 days to maturity.
30 seeds per packet
Treatment: Untreated
Description
Be sure to check out our Watermelon Growing Guide for more tips & tricks on successfully growing watermelons at home.
Jubilee Watermelon is an open-pollinated watermelon variety that was developed in 1963 at the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station in Leesburg, FL. Although widely-adapted, this variety performs particularly well in hot and humid climates. Jubilee produces large, elongated melons that average 25-40 lbs. The oblong melons have dark green stripes on a light green background. The interior reveals a bright red flesh with a super sweet flavor. This variety has been a favorite of backyard gardeners for years and is guaranteed to impress!
Watermelons may be direct seeded or transplanted. For direct seeding, we recommend planting Seeds every 12" along the intended row to ensure a good stand. Once plants emerge, thin plants to one every 2 feet. Watermelons can be susceptible to plant diseases if excess leaf moisture is present. As a result, we recommend using drip irrigation on watermelons to reduce leaf moisture and feed plants more effectively. During periods of heavy rainfall, using a fungicide like Liquid Copper can help to alleviate disease pressure as well.
Watermelons also perform well when transplanted. In early spring, we recommend transplanting to get a jump start on the growing season. Watermelon prefers warmer temperatures for seed to germinate. By transplanting, you can have plants in the ground before the soil temperature warms enough to direct seed. We recommend starting transplants 4-5 weeks before the desired outdoor planting date.
Watermelon transplants grow great in our heavy-duty seed starting trays, where they develop a solid root ball with roots that are trained to grow downward. Plants are ready to go in the ground when they can be easily pulled from the cells in the seed starting tray. Watermelons are ready to harvest when the tendril near the fruit completely dries. The tendril can be found between the fruit stem and the fruit. It is usually curly and green, but will dry when fruits are ready to harvest.
Jubilee Watermelon Planting Information
Planting Method: direct seed or transplant
When to Plant: after last frost
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: 24"
Row Spacing: 5-6'
Days to Maturity: 95
Disease Resistance: Anthracnose, Fusarium Wilt
