A ripe watermelon will feel heavy, have a dry brown tendril, a yellow ground spot, dull skin, and a sweet smell. Check that the blossom end is slightly soft, the color is vibrant and uniform, and it ...

Watermelon season is here and, I don't know about you, but I’ve personally made it my life’s mission this summer to eat as much watermelon as humanly possible. With its high water content—92 percent ...

Choosing a ripe watermelon can feel like a bit of a mystery. But with some helpful tips, you can pick the perfect one every time. A good watermelon should be symmetrical. This means it should have a ...

There's nothing quite like ripe, juicy watermelon in the summertime! You can dice it, slice it, and even grill it. Or you can whip up a few watermelon drinks for a cool refreshment. But before you dig ...

Watermelons are one of the most interesting crops to grow. It is remarkable that we can grow such large fruits in our gardens during a single season. Watermelon plants start out what seems like a slow ...

Because this hefty fruit doesn't ripen off the vine. In the peak of summer, there’s nothing quite like the simple pleasure of a perfectly ripe watermelon. But how to tell if a watermelon is ripe at ...

Keep your watermelon sweet and fresh with these easy tips. If you've cut into a large watermelon, you know that it can yield a mountain of fruit, leaving you to figure out the best way to store it all ...