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Watermelon Seeds Atlas F1 – Very Early Hybrid, 8–10 kg, Crimson Sweet, ZKI
For growers who want an early Crimson Sweet watermelon with large, sweet fruits.
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Watermelon Atlas F1 ( Atlas F1 ) is a super early Crimson Sweet F1 hybrid from ZKI maturing in 60 days. Round fruits of 8–10 kg with green rind, light stripes and deep red juicy flesh with high sugar content. Suited for tunnel and open-field production. Find it at theseeds.shop.
Price
65.72€
61.61€
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Fruit Appearance
Atlas F1 produces round, uniform fruits typical for the Crimson Sweet segment. The rind is green with light stripes, while the flesh is deep red, juicy, and rich in sugars. The fruits are visually attractive and ideal for market sales.
Plant and Yield
The plant is vigorous with strong foliage that protects fruits from sunburn. Atlas F1 is characterized by very early production and uniform yield. Suitable for both tunnel and open-field cultivation. According to experience from Theseeds.shop, it is a reliable hybrid for early market supply.
| Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Тип | Супер Ранна |
| Вегетация (дни) | 60 дни |
| Размер | 8-10 кг, Зелена, Светли ивици |
| Отглеждане | Оранжерии, Открито |
| Brix level | Висока |
| Shape | Кръгла |
| Устойчивости | Без риск |
| Eating quality | Сочни, Много сладки |
| Предназначение | Свеж Пазар |
| Дебелина на кората | Средно дебела |
| Тип хибрид | Кримсон |
| Селекция / марка | ZKI / Унгария |
What is the recommended sowing density and spacing for Atlas 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. When growing under tunnels, spacing may be adjusted to suit tunnel width.
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 – under tunnels this is easier to manage, allowing an earlier start to the season.
What are the main growing risks?
The primary risks for Crimson Sweet type watermelons are fungal diseases in high-humidity conditions, sunscald when foliage cover is insufficient, and fruit cracking from uneven irrigation. Atlas F1 has well-developed foliage that naturally reduces sunscald risk. Drip irrigation with a consistent watering schedule and good tunnel ventilation are strongly recommended.
Is Atlas F1 suited for tunnel production and early market entry?
Yes – at 60 days to maturity it is firmly in the super early category. Tunnel production allows harvest even earlier than open-field growing, which is a key advantage for growers targeting the price premium at the start of the season.
Which market does it target and should grafted plants be used?
Atlas F1 targets the fresh market – wholesale markets, retail chains and direct farm sales. The round shape, attractive rind and consistent weight of 8–10 kg give strong shelf appeal. Grafting onto rootstocks is recommended for intensive tunnel production to improve resistance to soil pathogens and enhance root vigour, but is not required for open-field growing.
