Ledmon

Dark green fruit, shape varied by growout year--oblong in 2012, oblate in 2013 under nutrient stressed conditions. 4.5-7.5" long, 5-8" wide, 1.5-8 lbs. in 2013. The 2013 HF watermelon plot had fertility problems and produced undersized fruit. Pink flesh, rind thickness 0.3-0.5". Seeds white w/ tan tip. Juicy; moderately sweet; slightly stringy texture; standard flavor. Late maturity when grown in 2013 at Heritage Farm. Acquired by SSE from the Wyatt-Quarles Seed Company (CV Way) of North Carolina. SSE Accession # 127730