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I don't remember the exact variety, but this is one of many watermelon grown in our garden.
Spotted on Jun 20, 2010
Submitted on Jun 20, 2011
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Project Noah Fun Fact: What better way to spend a hot day than eating a cool, refreshing piece of watermelon? Did you know that watermelons were native to Africa and they are a type of fruit known as a pepo? A pepo is a berry which has a thick rind and fleshy center. Watermelon has been a favorite of many peoples. Watermelon seeds were even found in the tomb of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun! A watermelon contains about 6% sugar and 91% water by weight and is a good source of vitamin C and lycopene.