Slice into summer with this crisp, sweet heirloom, built for flavor and fun!
Watermelon Charleston Gray is a Southern classic known for its long, light green rind and bright red, juicy flesh. With a refreshing crunch and reliable performance in warm climates, this variety is perfect for gardeners who want big flavor and even bigger harvests. It’s a picnic-ready melon that brings tradition and taste to your backyard.
Variety: Charleston Gray Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual, vigorous vines up to 10–12 feet
Flavor Profile: Sweet, crisp, and refreshing
Color: Light green rind; deep red flesh
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained sandy soil
Harvest Timeline: 85–95 days to mature fruits
Uses: Slicing, fruit platters, summer snacking
Disease Resistance: Resistant to fusarium wilt and anthracnose
Fun Fact: Developed in the 1950s, Charleston Gray remains a favorite for its dependable yields and classic watermelon flavor.
Charleston Gray is made for summer gatherings. Its crisp texture and sweet flavor make it ideal for fruit platters, chilled slices, and refreshing snacks. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or lounging in the shade, this melon delivers that nostalgic, juicy bite that screams summer.
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Direct sow seeds 1 inch deep in hills spaced 3–4 feet apart once the soil is warm and frost-free.
💧 Water consistently, especially during flowering and fruiting, to support juicy fruit development.
🌾 Thin to 2–3 plants per hill to give vines room to stretch and thrive.
✂️ Harvest when the bottom spot turns creamy yellow and the tendril nearest the fruit dries, your signal for peak ripeness!
