Jack Miller

Building a trellis for cantaloupe is one of the smartest things you can do if you want healthier plants, cleaner fruit, and a whole lot more room in your garden.   Cantaloupe vines love to sprawl, but when you grow them vertically, you save space and keep the fruit off the ground where pests and … Read more

You should fertilize cantaloupe plants about every three to four weeks during the growing season, starting when the vines begin to run and stopping once the fruit starts to ripen.   That simple schedule keeps your cantaloupe plants well fed without overdoing it, which is exactly what these hungry but delicate vines need.   If … Read more

How often should cantaloupe be watered? The short answer is that cantaloupe should be watered deeply about once or twice a week, depending on your soil and climate.   That said, the real secret to growing sweet, juicy cantaloupe is not just how often you water, but how and when you do it.   If … Read more

You should water cantaloupe plants deeply about once or twice a week, depending on your soil and the weather.   That simple rule is the foundation of healthy cantaloupe plants, but there are a few nuances that make a big difference in how your melons turn out.   If you’ve been asking yourself how often … Read more

Uncut cantaloupe will stay fresh for about 7 to 10 days when stored properly in the refrigerator.   That’s the short answer if you’ve been wondering how long an uncut cantaloupe lasts before it goes bad.   A whole, uncut cantaloupe is far more resilient than a cut one because its tough outer rind acts … Read more