Sugar Baby Icebox Watermelon

Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds produce the classic icebox watermelon that gardeners have grown and loved for generations. This early-maturing variety develops small, round fruits with a nearly black rind and vibrant orange-red flesh that is crisp, juicy, and exceptionally sweet. The flavor is intensely refreshing, and each melon is the perfect size to chill in the refrigerator for a ready-to-eat summer treat.

Compact vines make Sugar Baby an excellent choice for small gardens, raised beds, and even trellised growing when space is tight. Fruits typically reach 6–10 pounds and 7–9 inches in diameter, with smooth texture and brown, apple-like seeds. Both home gardeners and market growers appreciate its dependable performance, early harvest window, and consistently high eating quality.

For best results, sow seeds with the pointed end facing downward, which helps improve germination. Sugar Baby is a classic for a reason—small, sweet, manageable, and perfect for any summer garden.

Days to Maturity: 75
Sow Method: Start Indoors
Sowing Depth: ½–1 Inch
Plant Spacing: 18 Inches
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Plant Height: 15–24 Inches
Fruit Size: 7–9 Inches
Fruit Weight: 6–10 Lbs
Catalog Page: 65

Disease Notice: Watermelon Fruit Blotch is a bacterial disease that has caused significant crop loss in the southern United States. All Sugar Baby seed is screened by suppliers before shipping. Until a cure is found, orders are limited to 300 seeds per variety per customer.