Jack Miller

Watermelon peperomia leaves become deformed when the plant is stressed by things like inconsistent watering, low humidity, pest infestations, or too much direct light.   If you’ve been noticing your watermelon peperomia leaves looking weird, you’re not alone.   This is one of the most common complaints from peperomia growers, and the good news is … Read more

Watermelon leaves turning yellow is usually a sign that your plant is stressed, and the cause can range from simple watering mistakes to serious soil problems.   If you’ve been wondering why your watermelon leaves are turning yellow, you’re in the right place because this is one of the most common issues home gardeners face. … Read more

Your watermelon leaves are yellow because of a handful of common issues that range from nutrient deficiencies to watering problems.   If you’ve been asking yourself “why are my watermelon leaves yellow?”, you’re in good company.   It’s one of the most common questions home gardeners ask once their vines start sprawling.   The good … Read more

Your watermelon flowers are dying because of a handful of very specific, fixable issues that are incredibly common in home gardens.   If you’ve been asking, “Why are my watermelon flowers dying?” you’re not alone because this is one of the most frequent frustrations for anyone growing melons.   The good news is that once … Read more

You should water watermelon plants deeply and consistently, especially during flowering and fruit development, because watermelons are roughly 90% water and need steady moisture to produce sweet, juicy fruit.   If you’ve been asking when to water watermelon plants, the short answer is whenever the top inch or two of soil feels dry, but the … Read more