Jack Miller

To protect watermelon from squirrels, you need a combination of physical barriers, strategic timing, and a few clever tricks that keep those bushy-tailed bandits away from your crop.   Squirrels love sweet, juicy watermelon just as much as we do, and once they find your patch, they’ll keep coming back for more.   The good … Read more

You can protect growing watermelon by giving the vines consistent care from the moment they go into the ground until the fruit is ready to harvest.   Watermelons are tough once they’re established, but young plants and developing fruit are vulnerable to pests, disease, and weather swings.   If you’ve been wondering how to protect … Read more

You can properly store cut watermelon by refrigerating it in an airtight container, and it will stay fresh and safe to eat for about three to five days.   Cut watermelon is a summertime favorite, but once that rind is sliced, the clock starts ticking.   The good news is that properly storing cut watermelon … Read more

To properly cut up a watermelon, you’ll want a sharp chef’s knife, a clean cutting board, and a steady hand.   Learning how to cut up a watermelon isn’t complicated once you know the right steps, and it saves you money compared to buying pre-cut chunks at the store.   Whether you’re prepping fruit salad, … Read more

You can properly plant watermelon seeds by starting them indoors about four weeks before the last frost date in your area.   If you’ve been wondering how to properly plant watermelon seeds so they actually germinate and thrive, the good news is the process is simpler than it sounds.   Watermelons are warm-season crops that … Read more