John M Your watermelons have stopped growing because the plant has shifted its energy away from fruit development, usually due to stress, poor pollination, or a lack of the resources the vine needs to keep those melons expanding. If you’ve been asking yourself, “why have my watermelons stopped growing,” you’re definitely not alone, because this is … Read more
Watermelon leaves turning yellow is usually a sign that your plant is stressed, and it can happen for several different reasons. If you’ve been noticing watermelon leaves turning yellow and you’re not sure why, the good news is that most causes are fixable once you identify them. Yellowing watermelon leaves can be caused … Read more
If your watermelons are shriveling, it usually means the vines are losing water faster than they can take it up. That might sound simple, but the reasons behind why watermelons are shriveling can be surprisingly varied. I’ve seen it happen in my own patch after a heatwave, and I’ve seen friends panic when … Read more
Your watermelons are not ripening because of a combination of factors, usually related to temperature, sunlight, pollination, or the specific variety you planted. If you have been asking yourself, “why are my watermelons not ripening,” you are definitely not alone. It is one of the most common frustrations for home gardeners who have … Read more
Watermelons rotting on the vine or after harvest is usually caused by a combination of moisture, soil, and fungal issues that sneak up fast. If you’ve been wondering why your watermelons are rotting, you’re definitely not alone because this is one of the most common heartbreaks for home gardeners. The good news is … Read more
Your watermelons are getting black spots because of fungal diseases, bacterial infections, or environmental stress that attacks the fruit during its growing phase. If you’ve been wondering why your watermelons are getting black spots, you’re not alone because this is one of the most common issues home gardeners face. Those unsightly dark patches … Read more