Jack Miller

You can grow cantaloupe in Arizona successfully if you plant at the right time and choose a heat-tolerant variety.   Arizona’s hot, dry climate is actually ideal for growing cantaloupe, as long as you provide enough water and protect the vines from extreme summer heat.   If you’ve been wondering how to grow cantaloupe in … Read more

You can grow cantaloupe from seed indoors by starting the seeds about four to six weeks before the last expected frost date in your area.   Growing cantaloupe from seed indoors gives you a huge head start on the season, especially if you live in a cooler climate with a short summer.   Instead of … Read more

You can grow cantaloupe and watermelon in your own backyard with a little patience and the right conditions.   Both of these warm-season melons love sunshine, need plenty of space to sprawl, and reward you with sweet, juicy fruit by late summer.   If you’ve ever wondered how to grow cantaloupe and watermelon successfully, the … Read more

You can grow bigger cantaloupes by giving the vines plenty of sun, rich soil, and consistent watering, plus a few smart pruning tricks that push the plant’s energy into the fruit instead of the leaves.   If you’ve ever wondered how to grow bigger cantaloupes while watching your vines produce tiny fruit that never quite … Read more

Growing a melon plant is a rewarding experience that starts with a single seed and ends with sweet, juicy fruit you can enjoy all summer.   Whether you’re dreaming of cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon, learning how to grow a melon plant successfully comes down to sunshine, warmth, and a little patience.   Melons love heat, … Read more