How to grow Watermelon 'Desert King'
Desert King is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Desert King needs a soil ph of 6.5 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).
Growing Desert King from seed
Sow 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 8.12 feet (2.50 metres). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 16°C / 61°F.
Transplanting Desert King
Desert King is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.
Harvesting Desert King