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Ali Baba Watermelon

Melon

Citrullus lanatus 'Ali Baba'

Overview
An remarkable Iraqi heirloom watermelon that produces enormous fruits weighing up to 100 pounds with incredibly sweet, crisp flesh that stays fresh for weeks after harvest. Ali Baba features distinctive pale green skin with dark stripes and develops exceptional sweetness while maintaining excellent texture even in its massive size. This conversation-starting variety is perfect for gardeners who want to grow something truly spectacular and have the space for its vigorous vines.
Planting
Direct sow when soil reaches 70°F, requires long growing season. Plant in amended hills with 10+ feet spacing between plants for adequate room.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 96" apart. Germination: 7-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, aphids, vine borers. Common diseases: Fusarium wilt, anthracnose, gummy stem blight, bacterial fruit blotch.