Watermelon Kawon Janosik - Citrullus lanatus
- Naturally produced in the EU
- 99% germination rate
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Description
The first Polish yellow watermelon. Janosik is an invention of Polish breeders – the first domestic watermelon variety with yellow flesh. Under the classic dark green striped skin lies light yellow, firm, juicy flesh. Adapted to the Polish climate, it performs well both in open ground and tunnels.
In brief
- Skin: thin, dark green with stripes
- Flesh: yellow, firm, sweet
- Fruit weight: 3.5–5.5 kg
- Sowing: mid – late April (into pots)
- Planting: second half of May
- Position: sunny, sheltered
- Difficulty: medium
- Net weight: 0.75 g
What distinguishes this variety
Janosik is a Polish variety created for our climate – unlike exotic watermelons, it tolerates cooler temperatures well. Fruits are round or round-oval, with few small seeds, which is a big advantage for eating raw. The taste is classic, sweet, slightly honeyed, with a hint of difference compared to typical red-fleshed varieties.
Step-by-step cultivation
Sowing (mid to late April, into pots): sow seeds into 7–8 cm pots at 20–24°C. Germination takes up to 2 weeks.
Planting (second half of May): seedlings with 4–5 leaves are planted at 1 × 1 m spacing, preferably in holes lined with manure or compost. Sunny, sheltered location.
Care: regular but moderate watering at the root. Potassium-phosphorus fertilization during fruiting. Mulching with agrotextile helps retain warmth and moisture.
Harvest (August – September): the tendril closest to the fruit dries up, the contact point with the ground yellows, the fruit gives a dull sound when tapped with a finger.
Usage
Classically raw – yellow flesh is an attraction on the plate. Great for fruit compositions with red watermelon (color contrast), for salads with feta and mint, and for freezing in cubes for smoothies. Sweet, honey-like flavor, milder than in red varieties.
Gardener's tip
Yellow watermelons have a more delicate flavor than red ones – that's why it's worth eating them chilled, but not ice cold. Optimal serving temperature: about 8–10°C. At too low a temperature (straight from the fridge), the flavor is hidden, and the pleasant honey note is lost.
Specification
| Latin name | Citrullus lanatus |
|---|---|
| Variety | Janosik |
| Origin | Polish variety |
| Skin color | dark green with stripes |
| Flesh color | yellow |
| Fruit weight | 3.5–5.5 kg |
| Position | sunny, sheltered |
| Seasonality | annual plant |
| Sowing time | mid – late April |
| Planting time | second half of May |
| Harvest time | August – September |
| Spacing | 1 × 1 m |
| Net weight | 0.75 g |
| Manufacturer | W. Legutko |
| EAN Code | 5903837401093 |
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