Buying Watermelon? Look for These Signs of a Sweet, Ripe Fruit

for its size. Since watermelon contains a great deal of water, a heavier melon may have a satisfying amount of juicy flesh.

Use both hands when lifting larger melons to avoid straining yourself.

4. Examine the rind

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A ripe watermelon generally has a firm rind that isn’t excessively shiny. On striped varieties, look for reasonably clear contrast continue reading …