Little Darling

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Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by BURPEE NL B.V.

also searched as: литтле дарлинг

Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is an early-maturing variety with a fruit ripening period of 65–75 days after transplanting. The plant is characterized by its compact size with vine lengths of about 1.2–1.5 m, making it suitable for cultivation in greenhouses, hotbeds, and small gardens.

The fruits are oval-shaped, have dark green, almost black rind, and reach a weight of 1.5–4 kg. The flesh is characterized by a bright red color, juiciness, high sugar content (up to 12 degrees Brix), and a low number of seeds. The yield is up to 3–4 fruits per plant.

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Countries of admission

2 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

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

Parties

Breeder: Burpee NL B.V. 89 Developed the variety
Applicant: Burpee NL B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer: Pro-Veg Seeds Ltd. Unit N Peek House, Dales Manor Business Park 67 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

№ 262172

Registration

21 January 2021
NL Netherlands Active

№ WTR368

Application

27 March 2019

Registration

21 January 2021

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
QZ European Union	262172	—	21 January 2021	—	Active
NL Netherlands	WTR368	27 March 2019	21 January 2021	—	Active

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Breeder

BURPEE NL B.V.

breeder code Little Darling

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Registry records

Total records: 2
Jurisdictions shown: 2
First registration: 2021

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