Watermelons are grown throughout Virginia, but primarily in the southern and eastern parts of the state. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2017 Census of Agriculture, the state’s ...

A perfectly ripe watermelon should be sweet, juicy, and packed with a fruity flavor that brings to mind backyard barbecues and summertime picnics. But if watermelons are harvested too early or grown ...

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 ...

Because dragging a watermelon home and biting into a bland, mealy slice is the ultimate summer bummer. It’s difficult to describe the taste of watermelon, because nothing tastes quite like it. To me, ...

Watermelons are a favorite vegetable for many gardeners. They grow on fast-growing vines that cover a large area of the garden. At this time of year, watermelons should be at or close to maturity, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Peter Piper may have picked a peck of pickled peppers, but he skimped on sharing advice for picking the perfect watermelon.

Harvesting melons at the perfect time is crucial to the best eating experience. Melons will have the highest sugar content if allowed to ripen fully on the vine, Kansas State University horticulture ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A tasteless watermelon is the ultimate summer bummer. Preventing this problem is easier when you're picking watermelons growing in your ...

Virginians might need to wait a little longer for a fresh slice of watermelon this summer, but they can still expect a flavorful fruit. “We’ve had a lot of rain here that’s caused some setbacks,” said ...

Harvesting season is in full swing at Harvey Gap Melons located just south of Harvey Gap Reservoir. The local, family-owned business started three years ago when they recognized the need for fresh and ...