Watermelon Seeds Kabared F1 – Early Hybrid, Transport Suitable, Seminis
An early watermelon with large fruits and a firm rind – built for growers who ship far.
Watermelon Kabared F1 ( Kabared F1 ) is a new super early F1 hybrid from Seminis maturing in 65–70 days for open-field production. Oval fruits of 8–10 kg with deep red firm flesh, a firm crack-resistant rind and excellent transport durability. Suited for fresh market, export and commercial distribution. Find it at theseeds.shop.
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Fruit Appearance
Kabared F1 produces oval fruits with an attractive light green rind and dark stripes. The rind is firm and resistant to cracking and mechanical damage during transport. The flesh is deep red, dense and excellently sweet – a commercially strong combination that holds up well on the shelf.
Plant and Yield
Kabared F1 is a new Seminis hybrid developed for early production. Plants are vigorous and develop good foliage cover, protecting fruits from sunscald. The hybrid delivers consistent, uniform yield and is well suited for growers targeting early and reliable market supply. Find it at theseeds.shop.
| Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Тип | Супер Ранна |
| Вегетация (дни) | 65-70 дни |
| Размер | 8-10 кг, Светло зелена, Тъмни ивици |
| Отглеждане | Открито |
| Brix level | Средна |
| Shape | Овална |
| Устойчивости | Без риск |
| Eating quality | Плътни, Много сладки |
| Предназначение | Свеж пазар |
| Дебелина на кората | Здрава, Средно дебела |
| Тип хибрид | Кримсон |
| Селекция / марка | Seminis / Нидерландия |
What is the recommended sowing density, spacing and depth for Kabared F1?
Recommended plant population is 600 – 1,000 plants/decare with row spacing of 180–200 cm and 80–100 cm within the row. Seeding rate is 0.15–0.25 kg/decare at 20–25 seeds/g. Transplant production requires 40–60 g of seed per decare. Seeds should be placed at a depth of 2–3 cm in warm, moist soil.
What is the germination temperature for the seeds?
The optimum soil temperature for watermelon germination is 20°C. Transplanting should take place only after soils have warmed reliably for even emergence and a strong crop start.
What are the main growing risks?
The primary risks for watermelon are fungal diseases in high-humidity conditions, sunscald when foliage cover is insufficient, and fruit cracking from uneven irrigation. Kabared F1 has a firm crack-resistant rind and vigorous foliage that naturally reduces sunscald risk. Drip irrigation with a consistent schedule and regular disease monitoring are strongly recommended.
Is Kabared F1 suited for transport and extended market reach?
Yes – the firm rind is one of its defining strengths. Fruits tolerate long-distance transport without compromising quality or appearance, making it a strong choice for export and distribution to more distant markets.
Why choose Kabared F1 – what problem does it solve?
Kabared F1 addresses one of the core challenges in early watermelon production: combining earliness, large fruit size and transport durability in a single hybrid. Many early varieties have thin rinds and handle transport poorly. Kabared F1 delivers 8–10 kg fruits with a firm rind, deep red flesh and stable yield – without compromising any of these qualities.





