OverviewORKA is a mid-early watermelon variety with an oval fruit shape and high sugar content. The variety exhibits very vigorous plant growth and good leaf coverage, which helps protect fruits from sunburn and supports yield stability.
Agronomic characteristics- Vigorous habit with strong vegetative growth and good canopy cover
- Mid-early maturity suitable for commercial production
- Good protection of fruits against sunburn due to foliage density
- Intended use: fresh-market, professional cultivation
Characteristics / technical specifications- Variety Name: ORKA
- Fruit shape: Oval
- Fruit weight: 8 - 12 kg
- Flesh colour: Red
- Fruit colour: Dark Green with wide dark stripes
- Shelf life: Medium
- Disease resistance: IR: Fon 1