Jack Miller

The best time to grow watermelon in Texas starts in early spring, once the soil has warmed up and the danger of frost has passed.   If you’ve been wondering when to grow watermelon in Texas, the answer really depends on your region because Texas is a big state with wildly different growing conditions.   … Read more

You should harvest Jubilee watermelon when the tendril closest to the fruit turns brown and dry.   That little curly tendril is one of the best indicators that your Jubilee watermelon is ready to pick.   If you’ve been waiting all season for that perfect slice of sweet, juicy watermelon, knowing when to harvest Jubilee … Read more

You can harvest Black Diamond watermelon when the tendril closest to the fruit turns brown and dries up.   That little curl is one of the most reliable signs that your Black Diamond watermelon is ready to pick.   If you’ve been wondering when to harvest Black Diamond watermelon, the answer really comes down to … Read more

You should harvest crimson sweet watermelon when the tendril closest to the fruit turns brown and dries up.   That little curly tendril is one of the most reliable signs that your crimson sweet watermelon is ready to pick.   If you’ve been staring at a big green melon in your garden wondering when to … Read more

The best time to grow watermelon in Florida is during the warm months, specifically from late February through July, depending on your region.   Florida’s subtropical climate makes it an excellent place to grow watermelon, but timing is everything.   If you plant too early, cold snaps can kill your seedlings.   If you plant … Read more