Charleston Gray Watermelon is an heirloom that originated in Charleston, South Carolina. Fruits are oblong and average 30-35 lbs. Vines are long and need plenty of room to grow. Charleston Gray Watermelon has a greenish-gray exterior and a bright red interior that's crisp and fiberless. This is a great variety for home gardens and market stands. Watermelons may be direct seeded or transplanted. For direct seeding, we recommend planting seeds every 12" along the intended row to ensure a good stand. Once plants emerge, thin plants to one every 2 feet. Watermelons can be susceptible to plant diseases if excess leaf moisture is present. As a result, we recommend using drip irrigation on watermelons to reduce leaf moisture and feed plants more effectively. During periods of heavy rainfall, using a fungicide like Liquid Copper can help to alleviate disease pressure as well. Planting Method: direct seed or transplant When to Plant: after last frost Planting Depth: 1/2" Seed Spacing: 24" Row Spacing: 5-6' Days to Maturity: 85 Disease Resistance: Anthracnose and Fusarium Wilt