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How to grow sweet large watermelons: the main rule

Yulia PoteriankoLife
Without proper watering, it is impossible to get a good crop of watermelons

With the right approach, tasty and large watermelons can be grown not only in southern latitudes. One of the main tips here is to water the plant adequately. Since this summer fruit is almost entirely composed of water. Therefore, a balanced approach to watering watermelons is very important.

OBOZREVATEL gathered a few best watering tips for watermelons that you are trying to grow in your vegetable garden. This will help you get a very good harvest.

When to water watermelons

The best time to water the plant is in the morning. In dry weather, it is better to add a second watering in the evening. But keep an eye on the weather. If a change in temperature is expected during the day, it is better to skip the day. After all, cold water in the soil can cause the plant to freeze.

What kind of water is suitable for watermelons

First and foremost, not cold. Any contact with cold can be devastating to the plant. So make sure that the water for watering is at room temperature. Also, do not use hard tap water. It is better to separate it beforehand. Even well or river water should be allowed to stand for a while before watering watermelons.

How to water a bed with watermelons

Irrigate the whole area where the plant grows at once. Sprinkling is not suitable for gourds. They need to pour water under the root and to the whole space of the bed. The point is the branched root system of the plant, which is the only way to get enough moisture. And to keep it in the ground, it will be good to cover the plot with mulch, which at the same time will protect watermelons from weeds.

Important stages in the life of the plant

Watering generously is necessary for watermelons at certain stages of life. So, it is important to give them enough water when the first 3-5 leaves appear on the plant - this period is key for its further development. You should not skip watering, and when the watermelon begins to bloom and immediately afterwards. But when the fruits begin to gain mass, the amount of water should be reduced, so as not to get a watery crop. When watermelons are fully ripe, stop watering them.

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