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They can quickly occupy a one-square-meter garden if they dont have enough space. Early to mid-May is a good time but if youre in the south you may be able to plant even earlier.
3222019 They will also do better with warmer soil so most people suggest waiting for a couple of weeks past the last frost date to plant.
Where to plant watermelon in garden. 1212021 Choose 3- to 4-inch peat or other biodegradable pots so you can plant the whole thing and prevent transplant shock when you put them in your garden. Put 2 to 3 seeds per pot about. Inch deep cover with soil and water.
When the risk of frost is past plant the whole thing in your garden. How do I plant watermelon seeds in my garden. Every gardener should plant a hill or two of watermelon plants as they are easy to grow and oh so good on sultry summer afternoons.
Try a small variety such as an eight-pound Seedless Big Tast Hybrid that will fit in the refrigerator easily or go for the glory and sow watermelon seeds for a whopper like the 30-pound Million Bucks Hybrid. Native to Africa melons need warm temperatures up to 80F during the day and a long growing season. Heres how to plant and grow watermelons in your garden.
Gardeners in colder climates can still have success in growing watermelon vines by starting seeds indoors and choosing short-season varieties. 3222019 They will also do better with warmer soil so most people suggest waiting for a couple of weeks past the last frost date to plant. Watermelon does best when grown on a hill.
If you are direct sowing seeds you can plant 5-6 per hill and then thin. As watermelon is a native crop of Africa they naturally thrive in the warmest soils. Therefore its best to wait to plant until after the last frost.
Early to mid-May is a good time but if youre in the south you may be able to plant even earlier. They love deep sandy soils but will also grow well on upland shallow soils. 382021 When planting watermelon in a one-foot square garden plant a plant on a two-foot grid.
Watermelons grow on long flat vines that can stretch up to 12 feet in one season. They can quickly occupy a one-square-meter garden if they dont have enough space. 222021 You should not plant watermelons with cucumbers pumpkins kale cabbage sunflowers cauliflower zucchini mustard potatoes tomatoes and peppers.
If you want to learn more about growing watermelons make sure to also check out my growers guide on how to grow watermelons from seed to harvest. 6232020 Whichever type of watermelon you grow it is crucial to attract bees to your garden. Marigold lavender and borage are good companion plants for watermelons because of their continuous or intermittent blooming.
632020 For areas with longer Summertime plant the seeds directly into the soil. Bury seed 1 inch into the soil. Bear in mind that watermelon plants should maintain 1-2 feet distance from each other in a moundhill setup.
For rows and ridges seeds should be sown 1 foot apart and rows are 6 feet away from each other. 3292021 The watermelon with the scientific name Citrullus lanaus is one of the most popular fruits to consume when the warm months arriveIts sweet and refreshing flavor is one of the best companions of spring and summer and therefore it is worth making a place for this tasty cucurbit in our garden. 1182020 Watermelon needs adequate space full sun and nutrient-rich soil to successfully grow.
Pick the siteThe watermelon plant generally prefers a loamy soil with a pH of 668 with plenty of sun and lots of room. Watermelon vines can sprawl 18 to 20 feet depending on the variety so its generally best to plant seeds in soil hills four feet apart with about six feet. Once outdoor temperatures warm you can sow the watermelon seeds directly in the garden planting them about 12 inch deep in mounds.
Plant about six seeds in each mound and thin to the healthiest three seedlings. Space multiple mounds about 3. 942020 To grow a watermelon you will need a long warm growing season sandy well-draining soil and a full-sun location with plenty of space.
Generally youll want to plant your seeds about 2-3 weeks after your last frost date. How Far Apart Space the Plants. If you are in an area prone to frost your watermelon cannot be planted until all fear of frost has passed.
As it is fast growing you will get a crop from your plant before the weather cools down again. In cooler zones plant in the warmest most sheltered spot you can find.