Imagine slicing into a watermelon and finding not red, but a dazzling, bright yellow flesh! The Gold in Gold watermelon is a truly surprising and delightful variety that will impress even the most discerning palates. It’s perfectly sweet, incredibly juicy, and has a delicate aroma that makes it ideal for a family picnic or a festive treat on a hot summer day.

Your Golden Treasure Awaits

The Gold in Gold watermelon is typically an elongated oval shape, weighing in at a manageable 11 to 15 pounds (5 to 7 kilograms). Its tough rind shifts from a pale white to a creamy yellow as it ripens, adorned with distinctive golden stripes. But the true magic lies inside: its vibrant yellow flesh. This beautiful, shimmering, crunchy, and exceptionally juicy fruit boasts a uniquely sweet flavor—often sweeter than traditional red varieties. You’ll also find small, tear-shaped black seeds nestled within.

The aroma of Gold in Gold intensifies as it ripens, filling your kitchen or garden with sweet, summery notes.

When to Enjoy Your Golden Harvest

Gold in Gold watermelons are at their peak sweetness and flavor in late summer and early autumn. That’s when you’ll truly experience their unique taste.

A Global Sensation with Ancient Roots

The Gold in Gold watermelon is a hybrid variety developed in South Korea by the Asia Seed Company. In 2017, it received the prestigious All-America Selections award for best vegetable hybrid of the year, recognized for its exceptional flavor, high yield, and disease resistance. Interestingly, its “golden” lineage can be traced back to ancient yellow watermelons cultivated over 5,000 years ago in Africa—predating the classic red varieties we commonly know today.

Health Benefits of Yellow Watermelons

Beyond their stunning appearance and delicious taste, yellow watermelons like Gold in Gold are packed with nutrients:

• Vitamins A and C: Essential for healthy vision, skin, immune function, and iron absorption.
• Beta-carotene: A powerful antioxidant that helps combat aging, protects skin from sun damage, and supports eye health. This is what gives yellow watermelons their beautiful color!
• Potassium: Crucial for muscle function, nerve health, and maintaining healthy blood pressure.
• High Water Content (92%): Makes Gold in Gold an ideal choice for staying hydrated and refreshed, especially during hot weather.

Serving and Culinary Delights

While Gold in Gold watermelon is fantastic enjoyed fresh, you’ll be surprised by its versatility in the kitchen:

• Grilled: Marinade slices and grill them to serve alongside meats or fish for a unique smoky sweetness.
• Beverages: Blend it into refreshing juices, smoothies, sorbets, or even use it to create unique fruit mojitos or margaritas.
• Salads: It pairs beautifully with salty cheeses like feta, goat cheese, or burrata. Try it with cucumber, fresh mint, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil.
• Desserts: Ideal for fruit salads, fruit skewers, or homemade popsicles.
• Preserves: Beyond fresh eating, watermelons can be preserved, or even pickled with vinegar, chili, and spices for a savory twist.

Storage Tips

• An uncut Gold in Gold watermelon can be stored at room temperature for up to a week.
• Once cut, store it in the refrigerator for up to a month.
• For the best flavor, allow your watermelon to sit at room temperature for a while before serving; this truly brings out its full sweetness and aroma.

Growing Gold in Gold Watermelon at Home

You can absolutely grow Gold in Gold watermelon in your home garden or greenhouse! Here’s a quick guide:

Growing from Seedlings (Start 3–4 weeks before transplanting):

• Sow 2–3 seeds per peat pot, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep.
• Keep the temperature around 68–72°F (20–22°C).
• Seedlings typically emerge in 7–10 days.
• When plants are 3–4 weeks old, begin hardening them off (gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions).
• Transplant into your garden after all danger of frost has passed.

Direct Sowing in the Ground:

• Sow 4–6 seeds in “hills” or mounds, with about 5–6 feet (1.5–2 m) between mounds.
• Water regularly, especially during hot weather.
• Once established, thin to 2–3 strong seedlings per hill.

Important Note: If you are growing seedless watermelon varieties (which Gold in Gold is not, but good to know for future reference), you must plant a seeded pollinator variety nearby to ensure fruit production.

Tips for Home Growers

• A ripe Gold in Gold watermelon will have a yellowish spot on the bottom where it rested on the ground.
• The tendril (the curly stem) closest to the fruit will dry out when the melon is ready for harvest.
• Harvest only when the fruit easily separates from the vine.
• It’s better to cut the stem rather than pulling the fruit, which can cause damage to the vine.
• As mentioned, for the best taste, enjoy your watermelon at room temperature.

Gold in Gold isn’t just a watermelon; it’s a golden ray of summer sunshine, ready to bring unique flavor and joy to your table!