When is the perfect time to start growing watermelon?
There’s no better time to grow watermelon than the summer, especially if you live in New England. Watermelon will falter if exposed to any frost, so planting it even in late spring poses a threat to its life span. Plant your watermelon as soon as the weather stables out around 70-80° F daily in the afternoon, and 60-70° F in the evening. 2. How should I begin growing my watermelon? Unlike more delicate fruits, watermelon can be raised fairly easily straight from the seed and tolerate being transplanted into the ground. Start your 2-3 seeds out in a pot full of peat moss, and transplant as they begin to sprout. Be sure to re-plant your watermelon in sandy loam—not peat moss. Watermelon love warm weather, so consider an area where plenty of sun is available when transplanting. 3. How do I get the watering of watermelons just right? As any experienced watermelon grower will tell you, watering watermelons is the most crucial aspect of raising them. The most watering needs to occur as soon
