Yes the triploid watermelon seed is tricky to germinate and get a strong plant. I have received some good tips from the seed supplier and have had much better results. Here is what they say.
Have potting soil premoistened and let it warm up to greenhouse temp. Just wet enough so it will not have to be watered until the seeds start emerging.
Plant seeds about an inch deep so they will not dry out.
Place on a heat mat at nearly 90 degrees for 48 to 72 hours and no more.
cover with plastic to retain moisture
keep out of direct sun so as not to overheat and dry out.
after the 60 hours remove from heat into direct sun in greenhouse and water only as necessary without using cold water
expose seedlings to outside wind and sun as conditions allow
give soluble fertilizer a couple times to get them to the size needed so they will pull from the tray..98 count tray will pull better than 50 or 72
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