This popular type of melon takes 70 to 90 days to mature from seed, making spring the ideal time to get started for a summer ...

Melons, squash, and pumpkins are heavy feeders and fast-growing plants that can quickly overwhelm small gardens with their sprawling vines and high nutrient needs. But if you grow these demanding ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! The summer is flying by as we approach the Fourth of July weekend and Independence Day. As we all enjoy the extended weekend with family and friends, take ...

Melon production relies on effective pollination, with honeybees and native bees playing a critical role in moving the heavy ...

Melons can reach 4-8 pounds and grow on sprawling vines, so it should come as no surprise that the plants are heavy feeders. It is key to give plants all the nutrients they need, so let's look ...

Learn about cucumber melon plant history and pick up some frugal gardening ideas to get your garden growing. When I say the word “cucumber,” perhaps your imagination conjures up a cylindrical, ...

Q: Can I still plant melons this season? How will I know when they are ripe? A: July 20 through Aug. 20 is the window to plant melons for fall. Melons can be produced from transplants or planted ...

ROCKY FORD, Colo. — The world's best melons are on their way. Farmers in southeast Colorado have planted this year's crop of cantaloupe and melons. The cantaloupe and melons planted in Rocky Ford are ...

Melon pits make growing nutrient-hungry plants like melons and squash easier by enriching soil with buried food scraps and yard waste. This space-saving planting method reduces the need for watering ...