The Orangeglo watermelon is a striking variety with a light green rind adorned with jagged dark green stripes. Inside, it reveals a vibrant, sweet orange flesh, distinguishing it from traditional red-fleshed watermelons. This watermelon is not just a feast for the eyes but also offers a unique, sweet flavor, making it a favorite for those looking to try something different.
Originating from Africa, the watermelon's journey through cultivation has led to varieties like the Orangeglo. First sold by the Willhite Seed Company in the early 1980s, it represents modern watermelon breeding for unique flesh colors and flavors, tracing its lineage back to wild African ancestors domesticated over millennia.