{"product_id":"sugar-baby-watermelon-1","title":"Sugar Baby Watermelon","description":"\u003cp\u003eSugar Baby Watermelon seeds — the beloved classic that has been delighting backyard gardeners for generations. This compact, icebox-style watermelon produces small, round fruits averaging 8–10 lbs, packed with intensely sweet, deep red flesh and a thin, dark green rind. Perfect for smaller gardens, raised beds, and families who want a personal-sized watermelon that ripens quickly and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugar Baby is one of the most popular heirloom watermelons for good reason — it's easy to grow, matures faster than most varieties, and delivers that classic summer sweetness in every bite. A must-have!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 weeks before last frost date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e After last frost when soil reaches 70°F (21°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant seeds 1 inch deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 feet apart in rows 4–6 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10 days at 75–85°F (24–29°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (8+ hours per day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 1–2 times per week; reduce watering as fruit ripens for sweeter flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-draining, sandy loam (pH 6.0–6.8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity: \u003c\/strong\u003e20-50 seeds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–80 days from transplant — one of the fastest maturing watermelons!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe when the tendril nearest the fruit turns brown and dry, and the underside turns creamy yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Sugar Baby vines are more compact than most watermelons, making them great for smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Seed Baskets ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48239045378262,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/9841\/1222\/files\/image_7940ed6d-ec5e-4c22-ab26-2ae9fec4941e.png?v=1778460845","url":"https:\/\/theseedbaskets.org\/products\/sugar-baby-watermelon-1","provider":"The Seed Baskets ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}