Jack Miller

Your cantaloupe are rotting on the vine because of a combination of moisture issues, calcium problems, and pests or diseases that attack the fruit before it reaches full maturity.   It’s frustrating to watch your melons go from promising to mushy in just a few days.   But once you understand why your cantaloupe are … Read more

Your cantaloupes are cracking because of inconsistent watering, and that’s the honest truth behind most split melons.   If you’ve been asking yourself, “why are my cantaloupes cracking,” you’re definitely not alone.   It’s one of the most common frustrations home gardeners face when growing melons.   The good news is that cracked cantaloupes aren’t … Read more

Cantaloupe seeds not sprouting is one of the most common frustrations for home gardeners, and it usually comes down to a handful of fixable issues.   If your cantaloupe seeds are not sprouting, the culprit is typically temperature, moisture, soil depth, or old seed.   The good news is that once you identify the problem, … Read more

Cantaloupe plants dying is usually caused by a handful of common problems, and the good news is that most of them are fixable once you know what you’re looking for.   If your cantaloupe plants are dying and you’re not sure why, the answer often comes down to water, disease, pests, or soil conditions.   … Read more

Cantaloupe leaves turning yellow is usually a sign that your plant is stressed, and the cause is often something you can fix once you know what to look for.   If you’ve noticed your cantaloupe leaves turning yellow and you’re not sure why, don’t panic just yet.   Yellowing cantaloupe leaves can happen for a … Read more