Crack open a Clay County Watermelon, and you’ll understand why this old Southern heirloom has endured. The melons are known for their crisp texture, vibrant yellow-orange flesh, and exceptional sweetness—often so sweet that they develop a small “hollow heart,” a natural sign of concentrated sugars. Whenever we spot that hollow center, we know we’ve hit the jackpot. Originating from Clay County, Alabama, this variety reflects generations of careful seed saving and selection for flavor above all else. The fruits are medium to large, oblong, and have thick, light-green rinds that protect their tender interiors even in hot summer fields. In our trials, Clay County Watermelon delivered consistently sweet, juicy fruit and performed beautifully under Midwestern conditions—proving that good Southern melons can thrive anywhere the sun is strong. Matures in about 80 days. Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.
