Category: Fruits

Excessive consumption of lycopene (A red carotenoid pigment present in many fruits, such as the tomato) rich watermelons can cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, gas and indigestion. The simplest and most effective way to have it is to keep the watermelon at the temperature of up to 8⁰C to 10⁰C. Why does watermelon […]

By putting the fruits & veggies in sealed jars straight into the fridge. They last about twice as long as they would in the plastic, BUT they won’t last that long… because you’ll eat them before they have a chance to spoil. What’s the best way to store watermelon? Whole watermelon should be left at […]

The best way to store any piece of cut melon, regardless of the size, is wrapping the cut end with plastic wrap and storing it in the refrigerator for up to a week. How do I keep my watermelon from getting soggy? How to Store Watermelon Wait. Whole watermelon should be left at room temperature […]

Watermelons can withstand temperatures down to 33 degrees Fahrenheit, but when hit by frost, watermelon plants will be killed. Do not plant watermelons outside until the danger of frost has passed in your area. How late can I plant watermelon? Plant watermelon from late spring to early summer, once soil temperatures reach 70° F or […]

July. Did you know July is National Watermelon Month? What is the best month for watermelon? Watermelon season starts as early as May in some places, and winds down in September. The very peak of the season is July and August. Grocery stores sell watermelons, mainly red seedless, year-round. Off-season watermelons mostly come from Mexico […]

Whole watermelons can be kept at room temperature for up to 10 days. Once cut, watermelon should be refrigerated in an airtight container, and will keep for 3-5 days. If you buy pre-cut melon in the store, it will probably last 2 or 3 days before the texture and color start to change. When should […]

There are many watermelons coming into the U.S. from Mexico and Central America during the winter months. These watermelons are just as sweet, juicy and tasty as they are in the summer months! Where do watermelons come from this time of year? Watermelon season starts as early as May in some places, and winds down […]

Like any fruit, it will last well if you leave it on the vine, but that doesn’t mean you should leave it forever. The plant will cut off water and nutrient supply to the fruit after it’s ripe, and the fruit will start to lose its flavor and sweetness, and it will eventually start to […]

Before cutting, wash the outer surface of the melon thoroughly with cool tap water to remove surface dirt; scrub with a clean produce brush. Wash all food-contact equipment and utensils that contact cut melons (cutting boards, knives, etc.) thoroughly with hot soapy water, rinse, sanitize, and air-dry. Are you supposed to wash a watermelon? Always […]

Watermelon tastes best when it’s ice-cold, but the fruit holds on to more nutrients when it’s kept at room temperature. So keep it on the counter or tabletop and pop it into the fridge just long enough to get it nice and frigid before serving. When should watermelon not be eaten? If you take a […]

Watermelon Fruit Watermelons are the summer seasonal fruit that aids as a one-single solution to all your summer-related health issues. Are watermelons in winter? Absolutely! Watermelon is growing somewhere at any point during the year, which means it’s always available. Check out this handy chart to see where your watermelon is coming from. What fruits […]

Watermelons: This year vs. Last year, Florida had difficultly with their crop at harvest because COVID-19 impacted their seasonal harvesting crews, Anciso said. The subsequent shortage of melons coming out of Florida made demand and prices for Texas watermelons climb. Why do watermelons look different now? The watermelons don’t look as red as they are […]

Watermelons are in season in most states from June to September. What month is watermelon season? The best time for grocery store watermelons is when they’re in season. From May to September, stores will be supplied with melons at their peak from Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Texas, and California; these melons travel shorter distances than their […]

Few fungicides are available for Fusarium wilt control, but a soil application at transplant with prothioconazole (Proline 480 SC) can reduce disease in the field. For the latest fungicide recommendations for Fusarium wilt of watermelon see the Southeastern US Vegetable Crop Handbook. What causes watermelon leaves to wilt? The reason plants wilt is because cool […]

The most common causes of blossom end rot are low soil pH and improper watering. To treat blossom end rot, keep a consistent watering schedule, mulch around your plants, and add calcium to the soil by using a foliage spray such as calcium nitrate. Can you save a watermelon with blossom end rot? Sadly, your […]

Not soggy, but moist. If the soil is always soggy, there’s too much water sitting in it, it can lead to root rot and other problems. So try to keep the soil moist, and if it starts getting too dry, give it a good watering. What does an overwatered watermelon look like? The hearts of […]

Left too dry for too long, Watermelon Peperomia leaves can droop and curl to conserve water. Remember water, light and heat go together. Kept in a bright, warm spot (which they love), they need watering more frequently than you might think. How do you treat curling leaves? To control leaf curl, spray with PLANThealth Copper […]

You can bury them to the cots to prevent insect and wind damage if your ground is hot and well drained. If you are using the little hoop houses that stop the wind, just set leggy plants out shallow and tipped over with the long stem running on top of the ground then anchor the […]

Watermelons thrive in soil that is consistently moist. Not soggy, but moist. If the soil is always soggy, there’s too much water sitting in it, it can lead to root rot and other problems. So try to keep the soil moist, and if it starts getting too dry, give it a good watering. Why is […]

Miriam “Mimi” Jenkins of Tampa, Florida, has found growing strips of wildflowers near watermelon fields can help attract pollinators, such as native insects and honey bees. Watermelons need pollination to produce melons. Do bees like watermelons? Our ruling: False. Based on our research, the claim that the National Park Service gives bees watermelon is FALSE. […]