They are popular because they're small enough to fit in an icebox. This makes them a picnic favorite for a small number of guests. Crimson sweet melons are also round, but weigh 15-20 pounds. Their rind pattern shows dark green stripes on a light-green background. Jubilee and allsweet melons are both elongated, and weigh 18-25 pounds each.
Allsweet melons are dark green with small light green stripes.
Flesh color is another important characteristic of watermelons, says Simonne. Traditionally, watermelon flesh is red. There is no major difference in taste between the red and yellow flesh. Many people prefer red-fleshed melons because they are the more familiar color. Try eating a yellow-fleshed watermelon.