Tag: Watermelon

Plant breeders say watermelons have been bred to enhance flavor and convenience, and argue that seedless ones are usually sweeter. Why are seedless watermelons better? Because it has more genes, a seedless watermelon’s sweet flavor is actually expressed more, so the fruit is actually more likely to be more flavorful than a seeded watermelon. Why […]

two seeds. Sow sugar baby watermelon seeds two seeds per hole, and select the stronger seedling to transplant. Watermelons like rich soil. As the seeds are germinating, keep them very warm (75F-80F) and avoid over watering! Cool soil or too much water can cause the seeds to rot rather than sprout! How many watermelon seeds […]

They have either a dark green with slight dark veins or medium green with dark veined rind. The flesh is as mentioned; sweet, red, firm, and crisp mottled with very few small, tan-black seeds. Do Sugar Baby watermelon have seeds? Variety Information: 8–10 pound fruit about 9″ long with bright red, sweet flesh, and fewer […]

I have found that blending 5 cups of fresh watermelon will yield exactly 5 cups of juice, including the pulp which can be kind of thick so I highly recommend straining it out. What is this? Once you strain the juice and pulp through a fine mesh sieve (with cheesecloth) you will have about 3 […]

Basking in the sun while holding a slice of watermelon in your hand is all you need to fight the scorching heat of the sun. Watermelons are considered best for summers as they have nearly 92% water content in them and keep us hydrated. Which season should we eat watermelon? summer seasonKnown as a body-healing […]

Relax and Chill Out with Watermelon Juice Watermelon is a ‘sensational’ stress buster says research. Watermelon is high in vitamin B6- and is used by the body to produce brain chemicals, which may relieve stress, anxiety and panic attacks. It naturally relaxes the blood vessels without any side effects. Is watermelon good for your mental […]

In the 7th century, watermelons were being cultivated in India, and by the 10th century had reached China. The Moors introduced the fruit into the Iberian Peninsula, and there is evidence of it being cultivated in Córdoba in 961 and also in Seville in 1158. What country is watermelon originally from? northeastern AfricaParis says the […]

Boosts metabolism: Watermelon seeds are a powerhouse of nutrients like folate, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, potassium. These seeds are considered to be highly nutritious, as they are also rich in amino acids, proteins and vitamin B complex. All these nutrients together help in boosting your body’s metabolism. What happens if you eat watermelon seeds everyday? […]

Melissa’s orange watermelons are great for summer dishes, adding a variety of color and flavor. Delicious eaten sliced or as “melon balls”, orange watermelon is also delicious with a sprinkle of ginger, salt, or a squeeze of lemon or lime. Watermelons add a sweet flavor to fruit salads or when used in fruit drinks. What […]

Watermelons, like all fruit, naturally produce seeds, but these days, the preferred type of watermelon is one that’s seedless. Last year, the seedless variety comprised 73% of all watermelon imported to the US, mainly from Mexico—a dramatic shift from just a decade ago. Which watermelon does not have seeds? Seedless watermelonsSeedless watermelons are triploid. They […]

Opt for a watermelon with the brightest yellow spot on the rind. A yellow splotch on the rind is the side on which the watermelon was lying on the ground. The longer it was ripening, the sweeter it will be. Ripe melons always have creamy-yellowish or even orange-yellowish spots. What does it mean when a […]

To tell if a watermelon is bad, examine the outer rind for a consistent green or green-striped color. Dark-colored or moldy spots, which will look fuzzy and be black, white, or green, indicate the melon isn’t fresh. If everything looks good, put your nose close to the rind and check for a sweet, fresh scent. […]

Infused with the goodness of watermelon extract, it soothes parched skin and keeps moisture stores topped up, and niacinamide that helps fade the look of dark spots and improves skin texture. This serum will elevate your skin’s glow and give you a plump look. Is rubbing watermelon on your face good? In addition to being […]

Watermelon is grown in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide for its large edible fruit, which is a special kind of berry with a hard rind and no internal division, botanically called a pepo. The sweet, juicy flesh is usually deep red to pink, with many black seeds, although seedless varieties have been cultivated. What is […]

This sweet & juicy yellow-flesh, mini, seedless watermelon is unlike anything you’ve ever seen (or tasted) before. Available from before Memorial Day to just after Labor Day, SunnyGold® is our true ‘Summer Melon’. AVAILABILITY: April – September. What does a sunny gold watermelon taste like? The yellow varieties usually taste a bit sweeter than the […]

According to the experts at the Watermelon Board, yellow and orange watermelons are generally sweeter than those with pink or red flesh. What does an orange watermelon taste like? Orange watermelons have a delicate, mildly sweet flavor with subtle tropical, honeyed nuances. Which type of watermelon is the sweetest? Sweetest by size And the monsters […]

But did you know that not all watermelons are pink? In much the same way that there are different varieties of apples, there are also different varieties of watermelon—and not all of them are pink and green. Each of these different watermelon types is slightly different in shape, size, texture, and, of course, color. Does […]

Pollination. The male and female flowers are born separately on the watermelon plant. Female flowers must be pollinated for fruit to set. Also, cross pollination must occur between a seedless and a regular type watermelon for seedless fruit to be produced. How does a watermelon reproduce? Reproduction occurs within the flowers. The watermelon creates separate […]

Lanatus means “hairy” in Latin and was originally the name applied to the fuzz-covered citron melon (Cirtrullus amarus). The citron melon, which grows in southern Africa, is one popular candidate for the watermelon’s ancient ancestor. Does watermelon have another name? Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a flowering plant species of the Cucurbitaceae family and the name […]

People have been eating watermelons for millennia. We know this because archaeologists found watermelon seeds, along with the remnants of other fruits, at a 5,000-year-old settlement in Libya. When did humans start eating watermelon? The first recorded watermelon harvest occurred in Egypt nearly 5000 years ago. Because of its great water content, early explorers used […]