Yup, started my seedlings.
watermelon-- Crimson Sweet
melons–Petite Gris, Kansas
I do the black plastic method as well. Petite Gris preformed for me so well that I think it will be staple in my garden. Finding melons that will ripen outside in my area is difficult but it is worth trying a new variety each season. I did Orengeglo watermelon two years ago and had one heck of a time deciding ripeness. This year I chose Crimson Sweet but I am finding that they don’t have a great germination rate.