How to grow Watermelon 'Dixie Queen'
Keep in mind when planting that Dixie Queen is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. Dixie Queen requires a soil ph of 6.5 - 7.5 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.
Growing Dixie Queen from seed
Look to ensure a distance 8.12 feet (2.50 metres) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.
Transplanting Dixie Queen
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Dixie Queen is a tender plant.
Harvesting Dixie Queen