{"product_id":"fruit-watermelon-black-diamond-50-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Fruit Watermelon Black Diamond 50 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eWatermelon Black Diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic open-pollinated heirloom with large, round fruit, a dark green to nearly black rind, and sweet, crisp, deep crimson flesh. Melons may reach approximately 30 to 50 pounds under favorable conditions. Give its vigorous vines full sun, warm weather, fertile soil, and plenty of room to spread. Each packet contains 50 non-GMO, heirloom seeds for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose Watermelon Black Diamond?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic summer flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy sweet, refreshing red flesh for slices, salads, and chilled drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-grown plants can produce substantial melons for family meals and gatherings; size varies with conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive dark rind:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark green exterior gives this traditional variety its recognizable appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seed from healthy, properly isolated plants when maintaining variety identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 seeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan your watermelon patch with the current 50-seed packet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A choice for gardeners seeking non-GMO fruit seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow after frost danger has passed and soil is thoroughly warm, preferably around 70°F or warmer. Allow a long, warm growing season; maturity depends on local conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide full sun with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose fertile, well-drained soil around pH 6.0 to 7.0 and incorporate compost before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow about 1 inch deep. In short-season areas, start in individual containers a few weeks before transplanting and avoid disturbing roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave several feet between planting sites and generous room between rows for vigorous vines. Follow packet guidance and avoid crowding this large-fruited variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain even moisture during establishment and fruit development. Water at the base and avoid waterlogging; do not deliberately wilt plants to increase sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow soil-test recommendations and fertilizer label directions. Excess nitrogen can encourage vine growth rather than fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow large fruit on the ground rather than a lightweight trellis. Keep fruit on a clean, dry surface when practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage bee visits during flowering. Avoid unnecessary pesticide exposure; hand-pollinate fresh flowers when pollinator activity is inadequate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check several signs together, including a drying tendril near the fruit, a creamy yellow ground spot, and a duller rind. Cut from the vine rather than pulling. Watermelon does not become sweeter after harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh slices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chill ripe watermelon and serve in wedges for a refreshing summer treat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine cubes with cucumber, berries, citrus, or fresh herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds and blend into agua fresca, smoothies, or watermelon coolers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalsas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix small cubes with cucumber, lime, onion, and a little chili for a fresh topping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Briefly grill thick wedges for a warm, savory variation; avoid overcooking the juicy flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ef1616; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder Watermelon Black Diamond Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ef1616; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrow a classic heirloom watermelon with sweet red flesh, a striking dark rind, and generous garden presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExisting listing reference per 1 cup (approximately 152 g) diced harvested watermelon, not planting seeds. These are general watermelon figures, not a Black Diamond-specific laboratory analysis.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.3 mg (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43 mcg RAE (5% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170 mg (4% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e% Daily Value describes a nutrient's contribution to a daily diet. Nutrition varies with maturity, serving size, and preparation; added ingredients change finished-dish values.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit size, flavor, color, maturity, and yield vary with climate, soil, pollination, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store planting seeds cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watermelon is a warm-season crop. Follow local frost dates and allow sufficient warm weather for full fruit maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recipes use harvested produce, not planting seeds. Wash and scrub the rind before cutting to reduce transfer of surface contamination to the flesh. Refrigerate cut melon promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGarden Recipe: Black Diamond Watermelon-Cucumber Mint Salad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair sweet, crisp Black Diamond watermelon with cucumber, mint, and lime for a refreshing side dish. Use harvested fruit and vegetables, never seeds from the planting packet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6. \u003cstrong\u003ePrep:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 minutes. \u003cstrong\u003eChill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 minutes, optional. \u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e None.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 cups chilled harvested Black Diamond watermelon, cut into bite-size cubes with hard seeds removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 medium cucumber, washed and diced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ cup very thinly sliced red onion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons torn fresh mint leaves, washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons fresh lime juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⅛ teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small pinch of black pepper, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands and use clean utensils and a clean cutting board. Scrub the whole watermelon rind under running water before cutting, even though the rind will not be eaten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut and measure 4 cups watermelon cubes, removing hard seeds. Place in a large bowl with the cucumber and red onion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk lime juice, olive oil, salt, and optional black pepper in a small bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Fold in mint just before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe immediately or cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Stir gently before serving, leaving excess liquid in the bowl if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOptions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheese option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add ¼ cup crumbled feta just before serving, if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substitute fresh basil for mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake ahead:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepare ingredients separately and keep refrigerated, then combine shortly before serving for the crispest texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeftovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate promptly in a covered container and use within 2 days for best texture. Discard salad left out longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.growingadoomsdaygarden.com\/growing-a-doomsday-garden.html\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrowing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40031642321060,"sku":"017WILL","price":3.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/watermelon-black-diamond.png?v=1774544937","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/en-ca\/products\/fruit-watermelon-black-diamond-50-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}