As watermelons ripen, the vine and plant undergo some changes. There are some small curly growths along the watermelon vines called tendrils. One of the first indicators of ripeness is that the ...

Follow these expert tips for picking the perfect watermelon, including checking out the stem, stripes, webbing and field spot ...

Harvesting melons at the perfect time is crucial. Melons will have the highest sugar content if allowed to ripen fully on the ...

You want to pick a melon that feels heavy. "Watermelons are 92% water, so a heavier one means it's juicy," Manaker says. A ...

Summers are incomplete without watermelons, but the woes of slicing a tasteless, unripe fruit are annoying. Expert clears the air.