planting jubilee watermelon seeds Jubilee Watermelon

planting jubilee watermelon seeds Jubilee WatermelonJubilee watermelon is a classic old fashioned heirloom style variety famous for producing massive rattlesnake melons weighing 20 to 50 pounds each. With its long, oblong shape, bold green striping, and exceptionally sweet bright red flesh, Jubilee remains one of the most recognizable and beloved large watermelons for home gardens and summer gatherings. Originally bred by the University of Florida in 1963, Jubilee watermelon represents the golden age

Jubilee watermelon is a classic old-fashioned heirloom-style variety famous for producing massive “rattlesnake” melons weighing 20 to 50 pounds each. With its long, oblong shape, bold green striping, and exceptionally sweet bright red flesh, Jubilee remains one of the most recognizable and beloved large watermelons for home gardens and summer gatherings.

Originally bred by the University of Florida in 1963, Jubilee watermelon represents the golden age of Southern watermelon breeding—selected for size, flavor, dependable yields, and that unmistakable traditional watermelon look. Its thick rind and vigorous vines make it a favorite for gardeners who want the full experience of growing a true picnic watermelon.

In today’s world of mini melons and seedless everything, slicing into a huge Jubilee watermelon feels like stepping back in time—family reunions, Independence Day cookouts, and backyard gatherings where a giant rattlesnake melon was the centerpiece. I still remember my granddad bringing one to a July 4th party and tossing it into the pool—well, technically a stock tank—for us kids to swim around with before we cut it open. 

If you're looking for a large watermelon with outstanding flavor and true old-fashioned character, Jubilee watermelon is hard to beat. Matures approximately 95 days after sowing. Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.