Jack Miller

You can transplant watermelon seedlings once they have two to three true leaves and the soil temperature is consistently above 70°F.   Timing matters more than anything because watermelon seedlings hate cold soil and will sulk if you move them out too early.   If you’ve been wondering how to transplant watermelon seedlings without losing … Read more

You can transplant watermelon plants successfully once they have two to four true leaves and the soil temperature stays above 65°F.   It sounds simple, right?   But transplanting watermelon plants the wrong way can lead to stunted growth, transplant shock, or even killed vines before they ever produce fruit.   If you’re wondering how … Read more

To thump a watermelon, you tap its surface with your fingers and listen for a deep, hollow sound that signals ripeness.   It’s a simple trick that farmers, grocery shoppers, and melon lovers have used for generations to pick the perfect fruit.   If you’ve ever stood in the produce aisle wondering how to thump … Read more

You can thin out watermelon plants by removing excess seedlings and vines so each plant has enough room to grow.   If you’ve been wondering how to thin out watermelon plants, the good news is it’s a simple task that makes a huge difference in fruit size and overall plant health.   Thinning out watermelon … Read more

You can thicken watermelon puree easily with a few simple kitchen methods.   Whether you’re making a watermelon sorbet, a fruit leather, a sauce, or a filling for a cake, learning how to thicken watermelon puree gives you way more control in the kitchen.   Watermelon is about 92% water, so when you blend it … Read more