"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Is there anything more refreshing on a hot summer day than a juicy slice of watermelon? Possibly the ...

Heat-loving watermelons can be grown outdoors in warmer climates or in a greenhouse in areas that don’t reach those same high temperatures naturally. Wherever you grow watermelon, you strive for them ...

This winter has been so long, the other day I overheard two snowmen saying even they were looking forward to the spring thaw. Spring gardening will be exhilarating this year. Many of us who enjoy ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Here's all you need to know, plus learn how to successfully grow fruits and herbs in a contained space. If growing vegetables were ...

Watermelons are beloved summer fruit, but many people avoid growing them because they're notorious for needing large amounts of space. If you're gardening in a small yard or in a rental where you only ...

There's nothing better than taking a bite out of a slice of fresh watermelon once summertime rolls around. But, if you're a big fan of fresh watermelon, you don't have to wait until your nearest ...

Melons are part of the cucurbit family, which includes squash, cucumbers, pumpkin and zucchini. Melons date back thousands of years to Africa and Southeast Asia, and have sweet and delicious fruit ...

Q: Can you remind us what you put on top of your soil to make your watermelons grow so well? Is it some sort of mulch? — Cassie L. A: Pioneering research was conducted at North Dakota State University ...