Syngenta Augusta is a high-performing hybrid watermelon seed variety developed for excellent adaptability in both temperate and tropical climates. It requires well-drained loamy to sandy-loam soils enriched with organic manure for best results. With a maturity period of 85-90 days, this hybrid delivers uniform, high-quality fruits and strong plant vigor. Recommended for Rabi and Summer seasons, it performs well with balanced NPK nutrition, regular irrigation, and timely weed control. Under proper agronomic practices, Augusta offers an impressive yield of 20-25 MT per acre, making it a profitable choice for commercial growers.

Specifications:

• Brand: Syngenta

• Crop: Watermelon

• Variety: Augusta Hybrid Watermelon

• Climate Suitability: Temperate & Tropical

• Soil Requirement: Medium soil, loam to sandy loam with good drainage

• Maturity: 85-90 days

• Expected Yield: 20-25 MT per acre

• Seed Rate: 400-500 gm per acre

• Spacing: 180 cm (row-to-row) x 45 cm (plant-to-plant)

• Recommended Seasons: Rabi & Summer

• Sowing Seasons (Months): Region-dependent; generally:

  • Rabi: November-January

  • Summer: January-March

• Plant Type: Strong, vigorous-growing vines with good fruit-holding ability

Features & Benefits:

• Performs well in temperate and tropical climates

• High yield potential of 20-25 MT per acre

• Early maturity in 85-90 days

• Strong and vigorous plant growth

• Responds well to balanced NPK fertilizer

• Suitable for Rabi & Summer seasons

• Good marketable fruit quality and uniformity

• Excellent performance under proper irrigation and weed management

Syngenta Augusta Hybrid Watermelon is designed to provide farmers with reliable performance, high yields, and consistent fruit quality across various agro-climatic zones. It responds well to standard agronomic practices and exhibits strong field tolerance under recommended management conditions.