Watermelon
Congo

An heirloom known for its exceptionally sweet, firm red flesh, producing large, oblong fruits that can exceed 40 lbs.

About Congo

This heirloom variety develops large, oblong fruits featuring a sturdy, medium-green rind with distinct dark stripes. Its firm, luscious red flesh offers exceptional sweetness with a high sugar content and delicious flavor. Individual melons commonly reach 35 to over 40 pounds, providing impressive size along with resistance to bruising and Anthracnose. This 1950 All-America Selections winner is highly valued for its outstanding quality.