CUISINE & CULTURE In last week’s column were indicators of a ripe watermelon – mainly, checking out the condition of the ...

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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 ...

Another easy indicator is the tendril where the fruit was connected to the vine, though since most grocery store melons won't have them still attached, ... Ways to Enjoy Ripe Watermelon.

"Depending on the variety, 80 to 90 days is a good growing season for a watermelon," Egel said. Gardeners can tell when a watermelon is ready by checking the tendril, or curl, that connects the melon ...

Q: I have a hard time telling when my watermelons are ripe. They have been the size of a cantaloupe for several weeks. — Jerry Hox, e-mail A: Watermelons can be slow to fully ripen because they ...

Different sources say to look for a green, curly tendril or a dry, ... How To Tell If Watermelon Is Ripe. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by www.melissas.com (@melissasproduce) ...

If it’s green, the melon is not ripe. When it’s white or yellow, the fruit is ripening. When it’s brown, put the watermelon in the icebox and invite your neighbors for a weekend get-together.

By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: How can you tell when a watermelon is ripe for the picking? We planted some this year and don't know what to look for to let us know it's ripe. A: Picking time ...

Ground Scars, Tendrils and Thumping When watermelons are ripe and ready for harvesting, the melon will have a dull, yellowish color where it has been touching the ground. People refer to this spot ...

MAPLE PLAIN, Minn. — Summer is filled with mysteries. Case in point: Why can some people consistently pick the most flavorful, crisp watermelon for every picnic or potluck, while I invariably ...

"Depending on the variety, 80 to 90 days is a good growing season for a watermelon," Egel said. Gardeners can tell when a watermelon is ready by checking the tendril, or curl, that connects the melon ...