CRIMSON SWEET
Crimson Sweet watermelon is available on the market from May through September, and is a great thirst quencher due to its high water content.
The watermelon plant requires a temperate-to-warm climate, not too humid, and is best suited for medium-grain soils rich with organic substances. Even clay-based soils are suitable, as long as they are deep.
THE CALENDAR FOR CRIMSON SWEET VARIETY
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MINIMUM QUALITY CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance
Unblemished skin. Firm, compact pulp without cracks.
Colour
Rind: medium green with dark or bright green stripes.
Pulp: red, bright red
Shape
Rounded, not always symmetrical.
Flavor and texture
Firm, crunchy pulp. High sugar content.
Refraction index
>=9
Sale period
25th May through 10th September
Storage
These fruits require well-ventilated storage areas, cool but not cold, with a temperature between 15 and 25 °C.
Under these conditions the product may be stored for up to 5-6 days.
Handling
Watermelon is quite hardy and can withstand stacking.
Things to avoid
Watermelon, especially early varieties, is sensitive to strong impact which could cause it to crack open.
SUGAR BABY
Sugar Baby watermelon is available on the market from May through September, and is a great thirst quencher due to its high water content.
The watermelon plant requires a temperate-to-warm climate, not too humid, and is best suited for medium-grain soils rich with organic substances. Even clay-based soils are suitable, as long as they are deep.
THE CALENDAR FOR SUGAR BABY VARIETY
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MINIMUM QUALITY CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance
Unblemished skin. Firm, compact pulp without cracks.
Colour
Rind: dark, even green
Pulp: red
Shape
Rounded.
Flavor and texture
Firm, crunchy pulp. High sugar content.
Refraction index
>=8
Sale period
20th May through 10th September
Storage
These fruits require well-ventilated storage areas, cool but not cold, with a temperature between 15 and 25 °C.
Under these conditions the product may be stored for up to 5-6 days.
Handling
Watermelon is quite hardy and can withstand stacking.
Things to avoid
Watermelon, especially early varieties, is sensitive to strong impact which could cause it to crack open.
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