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Watermelon - Ice Box Quetzali
Northern gardeners should try Quetzali, they mature in a short 80 days. Watermelon use a lot of water but the soil must never be soggy. The Ice Box Quetzali has excellent flavor and very productive vines. The wonderful, sweet flavor of summer is bundled in a small, convenient, 9 to 12 pound globe that will fit in your ice box. Quetzali has dark green stripes on a gray-green background. A slice of watermelon has only 111 calories and 2/3 of the adult daily requirement of vitamin C. The soil should be light and well drained. The flesh is red and sweet. The Watermelon Ice Box Quetzali, 'Citrullus lanatus', is an "Ice Box" watermelon that will fit in your refrigerator easily! The Quetzali has a shorter growing season than regular watermelon. Plant in the spring after the last frost. Watermelon vines spread from 6 to 10 feet long. ... additional information
English Daisy The English Daisy, 'Bellis perennis', has profuse bright red and white cushion-like flowers that are a perfect accent for any border. The English Daisy is the "original" Daisy. The yellow-eyed, bright red and white flowers will brighten up any border or rock garden. The 2 inch wide white flowers have tons of petals that are tipped with red. The English Daisy blooms in cool temperatures. The English Daisy prefers full sun but does well in partial shade in very hot climates. The English Daisy prefers moist, rich, well drained soil and needs to be kept well watered. Cut spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Plant in early spring, 2 to 3 weeks before the average last frost date or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. The English Daisy makes excellent cut flowers and is an outstanding bedding and border plant. |
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