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Learn how to grow watermelons in pots<\/strong> to save space in the garden, prevent weed growth, and keep pests away. Growing watermelons in pots or containers is quite doable<\/strong> and will save you a lot of trouble growing watermelons in the garden. Especially if you have a small garden<\/strong> or no garden at all (just a balcony), growing watermelons in containers is the way to go!<\/p>\n\n\n
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How to grow watermelons in pots or containers.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A suitable pot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We therefore need a large pot with a diameter of 30 cm and a depth of 15 cm<\/strong> so that the plant can develop its large roots. If the room temperature is around 19\u00b0C, it’s<\/strong> time to sow 3-4 seeds in our pot. <\/strong>Germination takes place in 6 to 10 days. <\/strong>Only the seedling that seems to be the strongest is left. We choose a very sunny place to place our pot<\/strong>, and we prepare a trellis about 120 cm high<\/strong>, resistant so that it can support the weight of the fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n
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The type of soil.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The ideal soil for growing watermelons<\/strong> is made up of a mixture of sand and clay. If it is too loamy or too heavy, the plant will not grow properly. The pH of the soil should be between 6 and 6.8. <\/strong>Before sowing, it is advisable to add a good amount of dry fertilizer to the soil. <\/strong>Irrigation is essential for the development of the plant and its fruits. We will keep the soil slightly moist, so in these conditions we have to water every day and even twice when the heat is scarce. <\/strong>When watermelons start to grow, watering should be reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Maintenance of watermelons in pots.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
At first, it needs a complete fertilizer,<\/strong> but as soon as the flower appears and then the fruit, a low-nitrogen fertilizer should be used. Liquid algae-based fertilizers work very well at this stage. <\/strong>Excessive, damaged, or diseased side branches should be removed to leave strong middle branches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Watermelons develop male and female flowers<\/strong>, which are usually pollinated by insects. <\/strong>Although hand pollination can also be used if we want to ensure success. Ripe fruits appear about 40 days after pollination. <\/strong>The right time to harvest watermelons depends on several factors, including the weather, the season, or the variety.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Watermelons can typically be harvested 80 to 90 days<\/strong> after planting or 30 to 50 days after flowering. Empirically, it is also used to hit the watermelon with the fingers, when the sound is dull, like a hole, it’s ripe. It is also recommended to pay attention to the first signs<\/strong> of drying out of the tendril closest to the fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now that you know how to grow watermelon at home, no more excuses to enjoy this juicy fruit in summer!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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