Q: I have a hard time telling when my watermelons are ripe. They have been the size of a cantaloupe for several weeks. — Jerry Hox, e-mail A: Watermelons can be slow to fully ripen because they depend ...

A ripe watermelon will feel heavy, have a dry brown tendril, a yellow ground spot, dull skin, and a sweet smell. Check that the blossom end is slightly soft, the color is vibrant and uniform, and it ...

For the last month or so, one of the most mystifying garden chores has been taking place -- picking a ripe home-grown watermelon. With all the scientific advancement of our world, there is still no ...

Summer is rolling along and hopefully, your crops are overflowing in the garden. While tomatoes and peppers make their ripeness easy to see, some crops are more secretive. While you can leave your ...

The Tap Test: Watermelons are not a musical instrument, but picking a ripe watermelon will be music to your ears. Pick up the fruit and give it a light tap. If it gives back a hollow sound, it usually ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Gardening during hot South Carolina summers can be brutal. I can tell you that first hand after a long morning of yard work in Gandy’s Garden here at WLTX. I knew I was going to need ...

A family enjoying juice slices of watermelon in the summer - Oscar Wong/Getty Images Picking the freshest perishable groceries requires a bit of know-how, from knowing the best times to hit the store ...