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Fire Ball

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Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by SAKATA SEED AMERICA INC US

also searched as: фире балл

Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is ultra-early, with a growing period of 55–60 days after transplanting. The plant is characterized by vigorous growth and high fruit-setting ability. Sufficient space is required for normal development, therefore it is recommended to avoid high-density planting.

Fruits have a round shape and uniform dark green rind color. The flesh is intense red, characterized by aroma and sweet taste. Due to the firm rind, the fruits have good transportability and resistance to internal cracking.

The hybrid shows resistance to Fusarium and anthracnose. Intended for obtaining early marketable produce in the spring-summer period.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

IS FI NO SE EE IE GB DK LV LT NL DE PL BY PT ES FR BE CZ SK UA RU LU CH AT HU MD IT SI HR RS RO MT GR BG CY
QZ

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Sakata Seed America Inc (US) 70 Developed the variety
Applicant
Sakata Vegetables Europe SARL (FR) 97 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
Sakata Vegetables Europe SAS (FR) 393 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 262019

    Registration
    13 May 2022
  • FR France Active

    № 4054189

    Application
    19 December 2013
    Registration
    1 January 2017
  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 24146009

    Application
    26 July 2024
    Registration
    19 August 2024

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