Go big or go home, this juicy giant is the star of summer!
Watermelon Congo is an heirloom powerhouse known for its massive fruits and bold, sugary flavor. With dark green rinds and vibrant red flesh, this variety is a showstopper in both the garden and the kitchen. Whether you're hosting a summer bash or just love a sweet slice on a hot day, Congo delivers size, sweetness, and satisfaction.
Variety: Congo Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual, vigorous vines up to 10–12 feet
Flavor Profile: Very sweet and juicy
Color: Dark green rind; bright red flesh
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained sandy soil
Harvest Timeline: 90–100 days to mature fruits
Uses: Slicing, fruit carving, summer feasts
Fun Fact: Congo watermelons can reach up to 40 pounds and are prized for their intense sweetness and impressive size.
If you’re dreaming of epic summer spreads and juicy, crowd-pleasing fruit, Congo is your go-to. Its enormous size makes it perfect for parties, fruit carving, and sharing with friends and family. Slice it up for a refreshing treat or serve it as the centerpiece of your garden-to-table celebration, this melon brings the wow factor.
🌞 To Full Size
Direct sow seeds 1 inch deep in hills spaced 4 feet apart once the soil is warm and frost-free.
💧 Water deeply and regularly, especially during flowering and fruit development.
🌾 Thin to 2–3 plants per hill to give vines plenty of room to sprawl.
✂️ Harvest when the tendril nearest the fruit dries and the underside turns yellow, your sign that sweetness is at its peak!
