Jack Miller

Your watermelons are getting black spots because of fungal diseases, pest damage, or environmental stress that attacks the fruit during its growth.   If you’ve been asking yourself, “why are my watermelons getting black spots,” you’re not alone.   It’s a common issue that many home gardeners face, and the good news is that it’s … Read more

Your watermelons are falling off the vine because of a few common issues that stress the plant, and once you fix them, those little melons will hold on tight.   If you’ve been asking, “why are my watermelons falling off the vine,” you’re not alone, because this is one of the most frustrating things for … Read more

Your watermelons are cracking open because of inconsistent watering, and that’s the number one reason this happens.   When your watermelon plants go through cycles of drought followed by heavy watering, the fruit expands faster than the rind can stretch.   That sudden burst of growth literally tears the skin apart.   It’s frustrating, especially … Read more

If your watermelon seeds aren’t sprouting, the culprit is usually one of a few common issues: temperature, moisture, planting depth, or seed age.   Watermelon seeds are finicky little things, and when they refuse to sprout, it can feel like you’ve done everything right and they’re just being stubborn.   The good news is that … Read more

Why Are My Watermelon Seeds Brown? Watermelon seeds are brown because they are fully mature and ready to germinate.   If you’ve been slicing open a juicy watermelon and noticing brown seeds inside, you’re actually looking at a perfectly normal, healthy fruit.   Those brown watermelon seeds are a sign that the fruit ripened properly … Read more