A rare heritage watermelon selected for its exceptional keeping quality. Fruits feature a pale greenish-white rind and pale pink flesh with a firm, old-fashioned texture. While flavourful and a welcome treat in mid-winter, the fruits are naturally very seedy—true to the original heirloom line.
Harvesting slightly before full ripeness is essential. Wipe the rind clean to remove surface fungi; in some cases, a mild bleach solution helps improve storage. Store the melons so they are not touching, in a cool area kept around 50 °F (10 °C).
This heirloom was grown by German-Russian and Mennonite immigrant communities in the American Midwest for winter use. First selected in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the variety became known for its thick rind and long shelf life. In dry climates, fruits harvested in October could last into mid-February; in more humid regions, they typically kept until early January.
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