Citrullus lanatus, Leelanau sweetglo watermelon

Leelanau sweetglo watermelon                                                               

Citrullus lanatus

Light: Full sun
Water: Water deeply at the base, avoiding wetting foilage, less frequent watering needed once fruits have set.
Hardiness: Summer crop, frost intolerant, plant well after last chance of frost
Spacing: 3' between plants and rows
Days to maturity: 80
Soil notes: Rich, well draining garden soil, compost amendment beneficial

Fruit: Medium size, sphere-shaped, dark orange flesh, extremely sweet.

Notes:  A newer range-fleshed variety that matures early and is excellent for northern growing, developed in Leelanau county Michigan