Dryland Watermelon

Dryland Watermelon

　　　Dryland watermelon is a specialty product of Guyuan County, mainly grown in towns such as Heicheng, Yanglang, Qiyi, Touying, and Sanying. Around 30,000 mu are planted annually, with a total yield of 105,000 to 150,000 tons. The main varieties include Beijing P2, Lanzhou P2, and Xinhongbao. It hits the market every August, is rich in vitamins, amino acids, has high sugar content, and is known for its tender, sweet flesh. It is widely sold to Gansu, Inner Mongolia, Shaanxi, and surrounding counties and cities.