Golden Midget Watermelon – Heirloom, 1959
A charming, early-ripening watermelon that fits perfectly in smaller gardens. Golden Midget produces 3–5 lb fruits that turn a glowing golden-yellow on the outside when ripe, with sweet, rosy-pink flesh inside. Bred at the University of New Hampshire in 1959, it’s a dependable choice for short seasons and northern growers. 25 seeds per packet
Growing Instructions
Planting time: Direct sow after danger of frost when soil has warmed to 70°F, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplant.
Depth: 1 inch
Spacing: 2–3 feet apart in rows 5–6 feet apart, or plant in hills of 2–3 plants spaced 4–6 feet apart.
Sun: Full sun
Days to maturity: 70–80 days
Notes: Fruits ripen uniformly and signal readiness by their golden rinds. Provide ample water while fruits are developing; reduce watering as melons near maturity for best sweetness.
Golden Midget Watermelon – Heirloom, 1959
A charming, early-ripening watermelon that fits perfectly in smaller gardens. Golden Midget produces 3–5 lb fruits that turn a glowing golden-yellow on the outside when ripe, with sweet, rosy-pink flesh inside. Bred at the University of New Hampshire in 1959, it’s a dependable choice for short seasons and northern growers. 25 seeds per packet
Growing Instructions
Planting time: Direct sow after danger of frost when soil has warmed to 70°F, or start indoors 3–4 weeks before transplant.
Depth: 1 inch
Spacing: 2–3 feet apart in rows 5–6 feet apart, or plant in hills of 2–3 plants spaced 4–6 feet apart.
Sun: Full sun
Days to maturity: 70–80 days
Notes: Fruits ripen uniformly and signal readiness by their golden rinds. Provide ample water while fruits are developing; reduce watering as melons near maturity for best sweetness.
