How do you know when to pick a watermelon?

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

After 75 days, start looking for a ripe melon- 80 is the standard. The curly green tendrils will start to yellow, indicating that the plant is no longer feeding. The rule of thumb is the same as in the market- thump the melon, you want a nice hollow sound. The color will be dulling from shiny, and the underside yellowing.

Answer by  kmmbq (34)

I watermelon is ripe and ready to be picked when the area resting on the ground turns a yellowish color rather than white. A ripe watermelon will also sound hollow when thumped, though this takes some experience to recognize. Also, if the watermelon separates from the vine easily, it is probably ripe.

Answer by  BrendaG (6111)

Usually a watermelon is ready to pick about three months after you plant it. Check underneath your watermelon. A white appearance indicates it isn't ripe yet; when it gradually turns yellowish it's ready to eat. Usually the tried and true thump that produces a hollow sound works like a charm!

Answer by  worker8388 (994)

Right time after stem curls and turns brown. The place where the watermelon touches the ground will become yellow. Make a rap with your knuckles and listen for dull,hollow sound.