9 tips to grow juicy watermelons in your terrace garden this summer

Watermelons are the summer favourite, known for their juicy sweetness and refreshing taste. Well, growing them at home adds freshness to your table and fun to your kitchen garden. Here are 9 easy tips to grow watermelon in the terrace garden during summer; click to see.  

Watermelon requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth.  

Watermelon plants need space to grow; hence, ensure that you have enough area for the plant to sprawl.  

For growing watermelon at home, choose a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. 

For growing watermelon plants at home, start planting the seeds indoors for 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost.  

Watermelons need regular watering, especially during the fruiting stage.  

Watermelons need heavy fertilisation, particularly during the fruiting stage.  

It is always suggested to keep a watch on the plant while growing to prevent spider mites and more.  

Watermelons grow best in organic matter like compost or aged manure soil.  

As watermelons start to swell and mature, reduce the watering to increase the sweetness.