Journal of Zhejiang Agricultural Sciences ›› 2025, Vol. 66 ›› Issue (1): 92-96.DOI: 10.16178/j.issn.0528-9017.20240676

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Comparison of large and medium-sized watermelon varieties in spring in Xuhuai Region of Jiangsu Province

GU Yan1,2(), HUANG Dayue1,2, XU Binghua1,3, ZHANG Chaoyang1,3, LIU Xin1,3, CHENG Rui1,3, YIN Lian1,3, ZHANG Xuelian1,3, SUN Yudong1,3,*()   

  1. 1. Huaiyin Institute of Agricultural Sciences of Xuhuai Region in Jiangsu, Huaian 223001, Jiangsu
    2. Jiangsu Tianfeng Seed Industry Co. Ltd., Huaian 223001, Jiangsu
    3. Huaian Key Laboratory of Greenhouse Vegetables, Huaian 223001, Jiangsu
  • Received:2024-08-21 Online:2025-01-11 Published:2025-01-14

Abstract:

With the advent of the Internet information age, watermelon varieties are undergoing a period of renewal with numerous new varieties entering the market, which makes farmers concern about selecting the most suitable varieties. In order to advance the watermelon industry, a screening process was conducted to identify large and medium-sized watermelon varieties that are well-suited for cultivation in spring greenhouses within Jiangsu Xuhuai Region based on its climate characteristics. A comprehensive evaluation was carried out on 40 large and medium-sized watermelon varieties in spring, considering their yield, quality, and commodity characteristics. The findings revealed that Jingjia 301, Yongmi 3, and Suchuang 6 exhibited favorable overall traits and were recommended for planting and propagation in spring greenhouses within the Xuhuai Region.

Key words: large and medium-sized watermelon, variety, comparison

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