Type and Origin
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Lantha F1 is an extra-early hybrid watermelon of the Sugar Baby type, developed by the American company Hollar Seeds.
Maturity
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Very fast development: 70–73 days from planting to harvest.
Fruit Shape and Weight
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Fruits are almost round, weighing on average 6–9 kg.
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Under certain conditions, fruits may be smaller, around 4–5 kg.
Flesh and Taste
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Flesh is deep red, firm, and juicy, with small black seeds.
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Taste is sweet, refreshing, and crisp.
Rind
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Thin, dark-green rind typical of Sugar Baby watermelons.
Disease Resistance
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Shows resistance to Fusarium wilt (races 0 and 1).
Cultivation
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Suitable for cultivation in both greenhouses and open fields.
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Early maturity and uniform fruit set make it excellent for commercial production.
📋 Lantha F1 – Key Characteristics
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Sugar Baby, extra-early hybrid |
| Maturity | 70–73 days |
| Fruit weight | 6–9 kg (sometimes 4–5 kg) |
| Shape | Nearly round |
| Flesh | Bright red, firm, sweet |
| Seeds | Small, black |
| Resistance | Fusarium wilt (0,1) |
| Cultivation | Greenhouses and open fields |
