Bigger is not always better. The best watermelons are average sized compared to the others around it but should always feel heavy for its size. An oval (elongated) shaped watermelon will be more watery while a round shaped watermelon will be sweeter.
Sweetest by size
And the monsters that weigh 10-15 pounds are called picnic varieties. WSU found that the personal watermelon with the highest Brix value is the Pony Yellow, a lovely yellow-fleshed melon that scores a sugary 12.3 Brix.
During our tastings we learned that the larger melons actually have a much more pronounced “watermelon” flavor. Sweeter, richer and with a fuller body, larger melons have a flavor that lasts longer on the tongue. In comparison, the smaller melons had a milder, less noticeable or intense flavor.
Choose the Heaviest One for It's Size
Get a quick workout in while you shop and lift the watermelons at the store to pick the perfect one. When raised, they should feel heavier than they look. The denser it is for its size, the higher the water content, resulting in a sweeter watermelon.
Most miniature watermelons are about the same size as a large cantaloupe. They are sweet and crisp and very juicy. Their flesh runs from pale pink to deep red. These small watermelons are seedless and perfect for storing and eating when there are just one or two of you who plan to indulge.
One of the best round watermelons, these are beautiful 30-50 pound melons with smooth dark green rinds. The bright red flesh is firm, sweet and delicious. A good producer, and ready in 90 days. Florida Giant is a true giant and is a favorite for county fair competitions.
Melons must have hot (ideally 90˚ F) sunny weather if they are to make the sugar needed to produce sweet fruits. In cooler areas you need to give them as much sun and heat as possible. They should also be sheltered from cool winds.
The best watermelons have creamy-yellow or even orange-yellow spots because they have sat longer in the field and are ripe. Hefty Hefty Hefty! Bigger is not always better. The best watermelons are average sized compared to the others around it but should always feel heavy for its size.
Mini seedless watermelons have a deep red flesh that provides a crisp, juicy flavor. Watermelon can be consumed in a variety of ways—fresh cut watermelon can be used in fruit salad and salsas, blended into smoothies and cocktails, or frozen for ice pops and sorbets.
If you see this it means the fruit fell off of the vine on its own instead of being picked from it before fully ripening. Color: A darker-colored watermelon means it was allowed to ripen more fully on the vine and will have a sweeter juice.
Also, the best melon of the bunch will most likely be heavier than the rest. On average, a watermelon is 92% water, which makes them so juicy. A heavier melon likely holds more water, which will make it juicier.
Sites and Soils. Watermelons grow best on sandy loam soils, with good drainage and a slightly acid pH. When planted in very heavy soils, the plants develop slowly and fruit size and quality are usually inferior.
Some, like watermelon, do not continue to ripen once harvested. Therefore, flavor will not improve nor will they become sweeter—t is what it is at harvest.
Because it has more genes, a seedless watermelon's sweet flavor is actually expressed more, so the fruit is actually more likely to be more flavorful than a seeded watermelon.
You can eat all parts of the watermelon including the rind and seeds, according to health website Healthline. A watermelon is approximately 92% water according to Healthline. Each juicy bite has significant levels of vitamin A, vitamin B6 and vitamin C, lots of lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids.
Melon: Melons, including watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew, should be kept at room temperature until you cut into them to ensure they have the best flavor. Once they've been cut into, store them in the refrigerator and be sure to eat within four days.
This widely adapted heirloom variety is solid, dark green on the outside with a bright red, firm and fine-grained flesh that is super sweet. Watermelon contains high levels of healthy antioxidants, making Sugar Baby a great sweet way to pack in good nutrition. Vines are compact. Plant about 4 feet apart.
Watermelons do not ripen after harvest and should be left on the vine until they are fully ripe. Signs of ripeness include: The spot where the fruit touches the ground becomes more prominent and changes color (typically yellow). The tendril closest to the fruit becomes brown and dries up.
Feel its weight.
When comparing two watermelons of the same size, the heavier one is more likely to be ripe. An unripe watermelon will feel lighter and less sturdy than a ripened, juicy watermelon. However, a melon that feels too heavy can also indicate overripeness.
Ignore the "female versus male watermelon". This was an internet myth and isn't true. The best way to determine a watermelon's sweetness is to look for the "field spot". This is the part of the watermelon that faced the ground.
Salt is a great way to enhance these fruits' natural sweetness. Salting watermelon also improves the fruit's texture. A little sprinkling of salt brings all the liquid to the surface of the water-rich fruit. As a result, each bite is guaranteed to be juicy and sweet.
Flat, tasteless melons can be due to a lack of magnesium or boron in the soil. It has been found that such fruits can be sweetened by giving them a dose of Epsom salts and borax. For home garden use, use about 6 1/2 tablespoons of Epsom salts and 3 1/2 tablespoons of household borax, all added to five gallons of water.
If you have a watermelon that is not as sweet as you like, sprinkle it with a little bit of salt to bring out the fruits natural sweetness.