How to grow a watermelon on your plot: secrets that the neighbors won't tell you

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The most popular summer product – watermelon can be grown in your garden. Caring for a plant is not as difficult as it may seem at first glance. Especially since the climate has become significantly warmer in most of the territory of our Ukraine in recent years.

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Watermelon loves the sun and heat. Each plant, depending on the variety, yields 2-4 fruits.

How to grow a watermelon

Buy watermelon seedlings at a garden store.

Watermelon can also be grown from seed; however, they germinate slowly and will cost you more.

Also, using ready-made seedlings, you will get a harvest earlier than if you grow the crop from seeds yourself.

Be careful when planting seedlings , as watermelons have a sensitive root system and do not forget to water the plant thoroughly after planting.

Compact varieties are better grown in containers.

Read the recommendations for planting each individual variety of watermelon, and be prepared for regular watering and fertilization (read more).

How to care for watermelon

For for planting, choose a spacious place where there is a lot of sun.

Watermelon vines can reach up to 2 m in length, but more compact varieties will not take up too much space.

If you want to get a good harvest, you will also need to ensure that bees and other pollinating insects visit the garden.

Soil

Choose warm, well-drained soil. Loamy soil is suitable for cultivation, and nitrogen should be used as fertilizer.

Light

Watermelon needs at least 8 hours of daylight

Watering

In dry weather, you will have to visit the beds with a watering can about 2-3 times a week.

Temperature< /p>

Ideal conditions for watermelon are 21-29 degrees. But watermelons do not tolerate frost.