Watermelon seeds Al-Hasa

The large-sized Hasawi watermelon, its flesh is yellow, and its outer shell is rough and uneven, delicious in taste with a fragrant flavor. It is one of the ancient and well-known fruits in the Al-Ahsa region, and it was said in the past: When the watermelon comes, the medicine is cut off. Scientific name: Cucumis melo Other names: Shammam Family: Cucurbitaceae Original habitat: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Height: Trailing plants Cultivation of Hasawi watermelon and environmental conditions: It is grown in moderate climate conditions and long furrows to ensure water reaches all the shrubs. Because it is sprawling, it is preferable to secure a wide space, or hang it on beams or stretched ropes. It can also be cultivated in any moderate climate conditions such as greenhouses. Soil and fertilizer: Sandy or well-drained clay soil with good aeration, fertilized with organic cow manure or suitable fertilizers, taking into account the plant’s fertilization needs and frequency. Irrigation method: It requires heavy and regular watering, considering weather conditions, soil humidity, and the plant’s climatic conditions. Sun exposure: Full sun exposure. Propagation: By seeds. Planting time: Planted in late winter, and it can be cultivated at any time of the year outside these weather conditions in greenhouses. Harvest time: In summer. Benefits and uses of Hasawi watermelon: Helps in cleaning the urinary tract. Contributes to relieving kidney pains. Its sugar content is very low, making it preferred by diabetics. It is characterized by high levels of beneficial dietary fibers.