{"product_id":"yellow-fleshed-moon-and-stars-watermelon","title":"Yellow Fleshed Moon and Stars Watermelon","description":"\u003cp\u003eYellow Fleshed Moon and Stars Watermelon seeds — a breathtaking heirloom variety that is as stunning to look at as it is delicious to eat. The deep green rind is dramatically speckled with golden yellow spots — the \"stars\" — and one large yellow blotch — the \"moon\" — making it one of the most visually striking watermelons you can grow. Slice it open to reveal sweet, honey-golden flesh that is rich, juicy, and wonderfully refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true conversation piece in the garden and at the table, this rare heirloom variety dates back to the 1800s and was nearly lost before being preserved by seed savers. Growing it is both a joy and a piece of living history.\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 3–4 feet apart in rows 6–8 feet apart; vines spread widely\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 and consistently; 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\u003e  approx. 20 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90–100 days from transplant\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: Give these vines plenty of room — they can spread 10–15 feet! Use black plastic mulch to warm the soil and retain moisture for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Seed Baskets ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48239036793046,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/9841\/1222\/files\/image_2a333087-02dd-4574-b9fc-079be5179403.png?v=1778459442","url":"https:\/\/theseedbaskets.org\/products\/yellow-fleshed-moon-and-stars-watermelon","provider":"The Seed Baskets ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}