Watermelon Varieties - Common Types and Their Tastes

A Watermelon is a Watermelon, Right?

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Did you know that there are hundreds of different watermelon varieties enjoyed daily.

When picking a watermelon from your local fruit and vegetable market the only decision you will need to make is the size. Many small markets only offer one type of watermelon. This has led us to believe that there is only one type although just like apples, watermelons come in a number of varieties.

Globally 200 to 300 different varieties of watermelon are accounted for although only 50 of these are enjoyed regularly. Of the 300 varieties it is no surprise that the most loved are on the sweeter side of the scale.

Differentiating Between Watermelons

We tend to use five different terms to differentiate between watermelon varieties. These five terms refer to the characteristics of the melon rather than the direct variety. This allows us to combine multiple watermelon varieties under one category. The five terms used to describe watermelons are:

A Seeded watermelon –

Used to describe a basic watermelon that is round or oblong and weighs between 15 t0 45 pounds. These watermelons contains noticeable black seeds.

A Seedless Watermelon –

Hybrid watermelons that are the most popular due to their seedless nature. These watermelons are generally around the 15 pound mark. Seedless watermelons often have small and easily edible white seeds.

Some varieties of watermelon that fall into this category include:

• Crimson
• Bijou
• Jack of Hearts
• King of Hearts
• Millionaire
• Nova
• Queen of Hearts
• Trio

A Miniature Watermelon –

The smaller variety of watermelons that has a thin rind.

Watermelon varieties such as the Sugar Baby and the Tiger Baby fall under this category.

An Orange or Yellow Watermelon –

Varieties of watermelon that lack lycopene often fall under the orange or yellow watermelon category.

Some watermelon varieties that fall under this category include:

• Desert King
• Tender-gold
• Yellow Baby
• Yellow Doll

Cousins of the Watermelon

Before we delve into finding out the varieties of watermelon, you may be wondering who they share some relation to. The scientific name for a watermelon is ‘Citrullus Lanatus’. ‘Citrullus Lanatus’ are a part of the ‘Curcurbitaceae’ family making their closest cousins the:

• Cucumber
• Pumpkin and
• Squash

Watermelon Dictionary – 26 Varieties of Watermelon

Below you can read about a number of different watermelon varieties along with their taste, texture and appearance.

If you are a keen gardener with a green thumb, why not buy some seeds online and grow them in your very own backyard!

Amarillo Watermelons

Amarillo Seeds: 25 Seeds / $18.95 Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless variety Shape of Watermelon Round / Approximately 15 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Bright and crispy flesh

Sweet in flavor

Color

Bright yellow flesh / green skin with narrow dark green stripes

Bijou Watermelons

Black Diamond Watermelons

Black Diamond Seeds: 10 Seeds / $2.80 Seeded or Seedless Variety Seeded – Grey seeds

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong shape / Approximately 30 to 50 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Crisp flavorful flesh

Color

Bright red flesh / Dark black/green rind

 Calsweet (Bush) Watermelons

Captivation Watermelons

Charleston Grey Watermelons

Charleston Grey Seeds: 50 Seeds / $15.00  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seeded – One of the most popular seeded watermelon varieties

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong / Approximately 25 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Sweet fiber-less flesh

Color

Red flesh with a grey/green colored rind

Crimson Sweet Watermelons

Estrella Watermelons

Exclamation Watermelons

Exclamation Seeds: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seeded – Small pips

Shape of Watermelon

Block fruit shape / 17 to 21 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Firm flesh with Crimson Sweet flavor.

Color

Red flesh / Features Crimson Sweet rind pattern with light and dark green stripes

Excursion Watermelons

Excursion Seeds: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless

Shape of Watermelon

Oval and  Blocky / 18 to 20 pounds

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Flesh Type / Flavor

Firm fleshed and sweet watermelon. 

Color Red flesh / Light green rind with medium to dark stripes

Fascination Watermelons

Harvest Moon Watermelons

Jamboree Watermelons

Jubilee Watermelons

Jubilee Seeds: 20 Seeds / $7.95  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seeded

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong (elongated) Watermelon / 25 to 40 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Very sweet watermelon with finely textured flesh.

Color

Bright pink/red flesh / Dark green stripped rind

Kingman Watermelons

Melody Watermelons

Melody Seeds: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong in shape / approximately 14 to 16 pounds

Flesh Type / Flavor

Crisp and flavorsome 

Color

Dark red flesh with deep green skin

Moon and Stars (Red) Watermelon

Sangria Watermelons

Sangria Seeds: 100 Seeds / $15.00 Seeded or Seedless Variety Seeded

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong / 20 to 25 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Sweet and juicy red flesh

Color

Red fleshed / Mostly green skinned with light green stripes

Sugar Baby Watermelons (Garden Baby)

Sweet Dawn Watermelons

Sweet Gem Watermelons

Sweet Gem: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless

Shape of Watermelon

Round / Approximately 15 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Juicy / Sweet and juicy

Color

Dark red flesh with dark green glossy skin

Sweet Polly Watermelon

Sweet Polly Seeds: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless

Shape of Watermelon

Oval / 13 to 17 pounds in weight

Flesh Type / Flavor

Sweet flavor similar to the Crimson Sweet watermelon variety.

Color

Dark red flesh / Deep green skin with Crimson stripping

Syngenta Watermelon

Syngenta Seeds: Similar Seeds 100 / $3.50  Seeded or Seedless Variety Seedless / Crimson Sweet Family

Shape of Watermelon

Oblong or Oval / Approximately 15 pounds in weight 

Flesh Type / Flavor

Crisp and very firm fleshed watermelon

Color

Red flesh / Crimson stripped appearance

Traveler Watermelon

Triple Treat Watermelon

Yellow Doll/Baby Watermelon

• Sweet & Juicy Seedless Watermelons – Enjoy the refreshing taste of sweet, seedless watermelons with the variety.

• Easy to Grow – These watermelon seeds are simple to plant and grow, perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

• High-Quality Yield – Produces large, delicious watermelons with minimal seeds, ideal for a smooth eating experience.

• Perfect for Summer Gardens – Thrives in warm weather, offering a perfect summer treat from your own garden.

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