Watermelon – Sugar Baby
Pot Size: Grown in a 4-inch pot, ready for transplanting into your garden or a larger container.
Appearance & Growth Habit: Sugar Baby watermelon is a small, round melon with a smooth, dark green rind and bright red, juicy flesh. Typically growing to about 6-8 inches in diameter and weighing 6-10 pounds, this compact variety is perfect for smaller gardens or container growing. It has a vigorous vine that spreads quickly, so give it plenty of space to grow.
Care Requirements: Prefers full sun and well-draining, sandy loam soil. Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Melons are best grown in warm temperatures, so wait until the soil has warmed up before transplanting. Make sure to provide plenty of room for the vines to spread, and keep weeds under control.
Flavor Profile: Sugar Baby watermelon is known for its incredibly sweet, juicy flesh that has a crisp texture. It has a high sugar content, making it one of the sweetest watermelon varieties available. The bright red interior is refreshing and flavorful, perfect for summer snacking.
Ideal Use: Best enjoyed fresh, in fruit salads, or as a cool, hydrating treat on hot days. It can also be blended into smoothies, used in sorbets, or served as a garnish for savory dishes.
Special Benefits: This variety is compact and well-suited to smaller gardens, raised beds, or container gardening. It’s a fast-growing, early-harvest watermelon that’s perfect for those with limited space. The Sugar Baby watermelon’s sweetness and easy growth make it a favorite for home gardeners.