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Watermelon ‘Little Darling’

Botanical Name: Citrullus lanatus
Type: Tender Annual

Watermelon ‘Little Darling’ is a compact, early-maturing variety bred for gardeners who want sweet, high-quality mini watermelons even in cooler or shorter summers. This productive plant produces small, perfectly round fruits with deep red flesh, thin yet strong rinds, and a delightfully sweet flavour. Highly reliable and adaptable, it’s perfect for polytunnels but performs well outdoors in warm, sheltered spots too.

Plant Details

Type: Tender annual
Fruit Size: 2-3kg (mini melons)
Flesh: Deep red, sweet & fine-textured
Rind: Dark green with subtle striping
Position: Full sun, sheltered and warm
Habit: Compact vines — excellent for smaller spaces

Growing Information

Sow Indoors: April–May
Germination: 7–14 days at 20–28°C
Transplant: End of May–June, after frost
Spacing: 80–100cm apart
Soil: Fertile, warm, well-draining soil with lots of compost
Water: Deep, even watering — avoid wetting leaves
Harvest: August–September
Ready When: Tendril nearest fruit turns brown, rind dulls slightly, and fruit “thuds” when tapped

Why You’ll Love It

Produces cute, personal-sized watermelons
Early cropping — great for cooler climates
Very sweet and aromatic flesh
Strong disease tolerance
Ideal for gardeners with limited space

Top Tip

Mulch heavily around plants to keep soil warm and conserve moisture. Pinch out after 4–5 fruits form to direct energy into ripening for the sweetest flavour.

Perfect For

Polytunnels & small gardens
Containers with trellis support
Fresh snacking & summer treats
Family gardens — kids love the size!
Growers wanting reliable, early melons

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