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How to grow watermelon: gardening secrets
14.06.2024 15:00
Growing watermelon in your garden is not as difficult as you think. It is enough to know a few rules.
What soil is needed to grow watermelon
Watermelons thrive in nutritious, well-drained, sandy soil.
Grow the berries in a place in the garden that gets plenty of sun.
Before planting, check the soil's nutritional content with a soil test.
If there are not enough nutrients, add compost.
How to grow watermelon
You can grow watermelon either through seeds or seedlings.
Grow the berries only when the soil temperature reaches 65°F.
It is useful to use mulch to control weeds.
To do this, you can use organic products - hay, sawdust, grass clippings, tree bark.
Mulch also helps retain moisture in the soil for a long time.
For watering, use about 2 inches of water per week.
The best way to water a plant is with drip irrigation.
As the fruits ripen, reduce the watering level.
Previously, we told you how to protect tomatoes from late blight.
