Jack Miller

You should rotate growing watermelon because it helps keep your soil healthy and your plants productive.   If you’ve ever wondered whether rotating watermelon is worth the extra planning, the short answer is yes, and it’s one of the simplest habits that pays off season after season.   Watermelon is a heavy feeder that pulls … Read more

You should refrigerate an uncut watermelon only after it has fully ripened at room temperature.   Whole watermelon can sit on your counter for a week or two, but once you cut into it, the clock speeds up fast.   If you’ve been wondering whether to refrigerate an uncut watermelon or leave it out, you’re … Read more

You should remove the first watermelon on your plant, and doing so is one of the best decisions you can make for a healthier, more productive harvest.   The first watermelon is often a “test fruit” that the vine sets early to test conditions, but it usually saps energy that could go to stronger fruits … Read more

You should refrigerate watermelon before cutting if you plan to serve it cold, but it isn’t required for safety or ripening.   In fact, refrigeration before cutting is mostly about personal preference and convenience.   A whole watermelon can sit on your counter at room temperature just fine until you’re ready to slice it.   … Read more

You should refrigerate a whole watermelon if you want it to stay fresh longer and taste crisp and cool when you cut into it.   You can also leave a whole watermelon out at room temperature if you plan to eat it within a few days and you prefer it sweeter.   So the real … Read more