Transplanting Watermelon Plants

Question

I received a watermelon plant from a neighbor who was thinning out her garden. It hasn’t started to bear fruit yet; however, when I put it into my garden, it appears to be wilting away. How can I save it?

Answer 1

Curbits normally do not transplant well, but you can try to save it. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm