Watermelon RIVER SIDE

River Side watermelon is a mid-season hybrid that matures approximately 70-72 days after seedling transplant. The plant is a vine with a long main vine and a medium-sized green leaf blade featuring strong laceration and weak wrinkling. The fruits of this variety have an elongated or elliptical shape with dark green rind and wide dark green stripes. The average weight of the watermelons varies from 8 to 14 kg, and the rind has a medium thickness, ensuring good fruit protection.

The flesh of the River Side watermelon is characterized by a rich dark red or pinkish-red color, a firm structure, and a very sweet taste. The seeds are large, brown in color with a characteristic pattern of dots and spots. This hybrid boasts high yield and a powerful root system, which promotes good plant nutrition and allows for cultivation without the need for drip irrigation. Crop yield of marketable fruits with drip irrigation reaches 5.3 kg per square meter.

River Side watermelon is noted for its good transportability and can maintain its marketable qualities for 34 days after harvest. Due to its resilience and quality characteristics, this variety is widely used in various climatic conditions, especially in regions with a warm climate. It is popular among farmers and gardeners, providing a stable and tasty harvest.