watermelon Optimus F1
An early watermelon with large fruits of a round and elongated shape, dark red flesh, and a high sugar content. The best results are obtained with seedling growing technology, when using tunnels and mulching materials.
Characteristics:
- Vegetation period is 55-58 days from planting seedlings.
- The weight of the fruit is 10-12 kg, the peel is strong, the pulp is red, with a high sugar content. The shape of the fruit is elongated-rounded.
- Powerful initial growth of the top and root system at the first stages of development ensure high yield and maximally protect the fruits from overheating in the hot season.
- A big request to the producers, ensure high lighting (especially in the phase of 4-6 leaves and flowering) and a sufficient amount of moisture.
- Due to its early maturity, the hybrid has shown itself well in the cultivation of seedlings and fruits of the “organic” standard.
For growing in open and protected soil. Very well suited for long-distance transportation. Perfectly stored, not prone to over-ripening. Resistant to the main types of melon diseases: anthracnose (Co: 1) and fusarium wilt (Fon: 0, 1) Excellent transportability and attractive internal structure, appearance meets all market requirements.
The recommended number of plants is 6-7 thousand/ha.
The price of watermelon hybrid Optimus at early planting dates is always higher than competitors!
