Watermelon on a Deck

Question

I don’t think I have long enough sun in my yard to grow tomatoes or watermelon. I know I can grow tomatoes in a container, and I saw your article on watermelons that says the same. Instead of creating a hammock system for the melon, can I just let the vine spill out onto the ground (or deck)? I get lots of sun on my deck, and I think they would like it there.

Answer 1

Yes, you can do that. When the melons form, place some straw under them to keep them from rotting, but they will grow fine if left to grow across the ground.