Q.Split Watermelons
Why do watermelons split open when almost ripe?

Nikki
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on June 14, 2011
Irregular watering can cause this as well as overwatering. Are these watermelons in the ground or in containers? We recommend watering twice a day for watermelons in containers but for ones in the ground, a few times a week is all that you would need. This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/watermelon/watering-watermelon.htm
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