We determine favorable days for planting watermelon seedlings in 2025 according to the lunar calendar.

Watermelon is a melon crop that thrives in warm temperatures. It can be grown in any region. It's important to select the right varieties for your specific location and choose the right planting date. To determine when to plant watermelon seedlings in 2025 according to the lunar calendar, we recommend using a chart with favorable and unfavorable days.

Types of watermelon for planting from seedlings

There are many varieties of watermelon, each with characteristics that allow them to withstand low temperatures and produce a good harvest even in northern latitudes. Due to the shortened growing season, the fruits of these melons do not reach large sizes—some weigh less than 1 kg—but they do ripen well. To grow watermelon, it's important to choose the right varieties adapted to a specific region. Depending on regional characteristics, the following varieties are suitable:

1. 1. The following varieties are suitable for the Urals and Siberia: Top Gun, Bonta, Ogonyok, Ranniy Kubani, Kholodok, Sibirskie Ogni, Prodyuser PVP, Eureka, Sibirskaya Roza, Bolshaya Pekinskaya Radost.

1. 1. In the south of the country, in Crimea and the Krasnodar region, late-ripening varieties are available, among the most popular are Dumara F1, Podarok Solntsa, Borchanskiy, Lunny, Tofi F1, and Ataman F1.

The fruits of late-ripening, heat-loving varieties average 7 to 12 kg. However, these figures aren't the limit. With proper agricultural practices and the right choice of planting dates, they can significantly increase in size. Various varieties can be grown in central Russia, but all heat-loving plants should be protected from the cold with lutrasil or regular plastic film after planting outdoors.

Lucky days according to the lunar calendar

The moon, in its various phases and positions relative to the zodiac constellations, has a variety of effects on plants. Its influence alters sap flow, which affects the growth of seedlings and their overall health. To select favorable days for planting watermelons according to the lunar calendar, including 2025, use reference materials. Astrologers' charts take into account plant characteristics and the phases of the moon.

In March and April, it is recommended to sow early and mid-season varieties for seedlings. Young plants should be planted outdoors only after they have developed 3-5 true leaves and have hardened off. In central Russia, sowing seeds is usually done in late April, while in Siberia, late spring to early summer is preferable.

Watermelon planting dates in different regions

To correctly select dates for sowing seeds for seedlings according to the lunar calendar, it's important to consider the climate zone. The watermelon sowing calendar varies by region. Planting too early can result in overgrown plants, while premature sowing can result in underripening harvests. Watermelons should be well-developed in seedling containers before planting in a greenhouse or open ground. The period from the first shoots to transplanting is 25 to 60 days, which should also be taken into account.

The optimal time for landing in Siberia

When choosing watermelon varieties for growing in Siberia, it's best to choose plants with a short growing season. Mid-season and late-season varieties are unsuitable for cold climates, as watermelons are heat-loving crops. Southern varieties won't have time to ripen or even fully develop. Seedlings can be planted in either a greenhouse or open ground, but always under plastic cover.

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Preparing watermelon seeds for planting should begin in May. Depending on weather conditions and the lunar calendar, the time chosen—the beginning or end of the month. The first shoots appear 5-7 days after planting. Planting in the ground is possible only after 3-5 true leaves appear, which corresponds to 25-30 days after seed germination. During this period, container seedlings must be provided with adequate light and care.

When to plant in the Moscow region and central Russia

When growing melons in the Moscow region and central Russia, it's recommended to select varieties suitable for these regions. Watermelon seeds and young seedlings are often available from local gardeners and plant nurseries. Early-ripening varieties are the best, but mid-season varieties can also yield acceptable yields.

To ensure full growth of young plants and timely transplantation of seedlings into open ground, it is recommended to sow early-ripening watermelons in early April. If you choose varieties with a mid-season ripening period, you can begin planting them in early May. After the first seedlings emerge, at least 25-35 days should pass before planting the young plants outdoors, but it's best to base this on their development.

The best time to plant in the Urals

To successfully grow melons in the Urals, it's essential to prepare insulated greenhouses. Without these conditions, no variety will be able to ripen due to the region's climate. The optimal time for sowing seeds is late April. If watermelon seeds are sown too early, the time before they can be planted in the ground in a greenhouse will be too long, and the young plants may become problematic, with overgrown vines clinging to surrounding objects.

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Some gardeners recommend sowing seeds directly into the soil in a greenhouse. Watermelons can also germinate in these conditions, but the time for sowing seeds is no earlier than May, and they must be covered with plastic or lutrasil. Watermelons planted later also yield fruit, but they will ripen later than those that were pre-sprouted.

The optimal time for landing in the Leningrad region

For successful watermelon cultivation in the Leningrad Region, it is recommended to choose early-ripening varieties, but mid-season varieties are also acceptable. The growing season lasts from 60 to 90 days. This information can be found on the seed packaging. It is essential to prepare seedlings. Depending on the location of permanent cultivation, different timings are recommended: late April for open ground and early May for greenhouses.

Unfavorable days for watermelons

For the normal development of melon crops, it's important to consider not only the distribution of favorable periods according to the lunar calendar. The moon's influence can also be negative. Depending on the moon's position relative to the zodiac constellations and its phase, the following are unfavorable days for planting watermelon seedlings in 2025:

On days not designated as favorable or unfavorable by the lunar calendar, you can still plant seedlings, but this will not have any additional effect. To ensure proper growth of melon seedlings, it is necessary to prepare the containers, soil, and seeds before planting, and to follow general agricultural guidelines for young plants before transplanting them outdoors or into a greenhouse.

Key Tips for Successfully Growing Watermelon

Melon seeds, including watermelon, can be sown outdoors only in the southern regions of the country. However, for optimal growth and improved plant vigor, pre-planting is strongly recommended, just as in colder climates. To successfully germinate watermelon seeds and ensure full growth of the young plant, follow these recommendations:

1. 1. Young plants are very sensitive to low temperatures, so it is not recommended to open windows when seedling containers are on the windowsill.

1. 1. Seedlings should be transplanted into greenhouses or open areas only when the ambient temperature exceeds 21ºC.

1. 1. To grow watermelon, you need to choose a location on the plot that is well lit, but not exposed to prolonged direct sunlight.

The correct way to sow seeds

Before planting, be sure to treat the seeds for pests and common plant diseases. To do this, place the cloth bag containing the seeds in a warm potassium permanganate solution for 30-30 minutes. To speed up germination, you can soak them in warm water for an additional 24 hours. Growth stimulants are often added to the solution, but this does not affect the quality of the seedlings. Basic recommendations for planting seeds in seedling containers:

1. 1. The depth of the holes for placing watermelon seeds in a seedling container should be from 2 to 3 cm.

1. 1. It is not recommended to place more than 2 seeds in one container, otherwise there will not be enough space for them.

1. 1. It is better to place the seeds on their side - this promotes faster germination.

After treatment, the seeds are placed in containers with soil, then sprinkled with soil and covered with plastic wrap. This will create a greenhouse effect, promoting vigorous germination. The optimal temperature until seedlings emerge is between 22ºC and 25ºC. Containers should be ventilated only in warm weather or indoors, as cold drafts can damage the seedlings.

Preparing the soil mixture

To germinate seeds and prepare watermelon seedlings, you need to prepare the soil. The optimal soil mix can be purchased at a gardening store; the packaging should indicate the appropriate specifications. You don't need to add anything to this soil, as all the necessary components are already included. If you're preparing your own soil mix, you'll need the following ingredients:

• • 2.5 liters of soil from the site;

• • 25 grams of potassium supplement;

• • 75 grams of phosphate fertilizer;

• • 25 grams of urea;

• • 10 grams of potassium sulfate.

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To speed up seedling growth, gardeners often recommend adding 200 g of wood ash to the prepared mixture. Before planting, it's best to clear the soil of large particles and loosen the clumps to allow more air to reach the seeds and roots of the young plants. This will improve the overall health of the seedlings and strengthen them. When filling the containers, leave 1-1.5 cm of space above the top.

Caring for container plantings

After sowing the watermelon seeds, ensure the container receives adequate light. Once the seeds germinate and the first seedlings emerge, the container should receive at least 12 hours of daylight daily. If sunset occurs too early, it is recommended to use phytolamps for additional illumination. Once the cotyledon leaves have fully opened, the film can be removed, and on the 10th day, the young plants should be fed with a formula that strengthens the roots and stems. Further care includes the following steps before planting:

1. 1. As soon as the young seedlings have 3 to 5 true leaves, the hardening process begins, for which the room temperature is gradually reduced to 15ºC…17ºC.

1. 1. After the temperature drops, it is recommended to begin ventilating the room, increasing the time the windows are open from 2 to 12 hours a day every day.

1. 1. On sunny days, containers can be placed outside or on a balcony, but the time they spend outdoors should be increased in the same way as ventilation.

Hardening off young watermelon seedlings before transplanting them to their permanent location outdoors will increase their overall resistance to cold snaps at night. When preparing the seedlings, space the containers apart to prevent the leaves of different plants from touching. When planting seedlings in open ground, direct the shoots in pairs in different directions.

Why is the seating method preferable?

Watermelon is a warm-loving crop, requiring high air and soil temperatures. The growing cycle, from planting to harvest, is quite long, so growing this plant without seedlings is only possible in warm regions. Cold-tolerant varieties exist, but it's recommended to germinate them in a warm environment before planting, then transplant them outdoors under cover or into a greenhouse. The main advantages of growing melons using seedlings are:

1. 1. The ability to pre-harden plants, which will increase their resistance to temperature changes.

1. 1. Selecting the strongest specimens for planting in open ground will result in increased yields.

1. 1. Preliminary treatment of young plants with special agents against pests and diseases.

By following basic agricultural practices for growing melons and preparing the seedlings in advance, watermelon yields will be abundant in any region. However, to increase the plant's resilience, it's important to choose a variety suited to a specific climate. Gardeners are also advised to consider the lunar calendar, as the phase and position of the moon relative to the constellations can determine favorable and unfavorable days for planting this crop in 2025.