Try as you might, it's impossible to tell what the inside of a watermelon looks like without cutting into it. That's why trying to choose a ripe watermelon out of the tottering pile at the grocery ...

Watermelon season brings out everyone's inner produce expert. Supermarkets pile them high, and farmers' markets offer them fresh off the vine. But finding the perfect one? That is the tricky part.

Do you know the two-finger rule for finding ripe watermelon? This is an easy way to determine if you should buy the giant fruit you’re eyeing at the grocery store. The two-finger rule is very simple.

The melon corner of the produce section sounds a little like a drum circle with all that tapping from customers seeking a perfectly ripe cantaloupe, honeydew or watermelon. Fortunately, each kind of ...

Because dragging a watermelon home and biting into a bland, mealy slice is the ultimate summer bummer. It’s difficult to describe the taste of watermelon, because nothing tastes quite like it. To me, ...

This yellow spot where the watermelon was touching the ground is a good sign that it’s perfectly ripe. A white spot would indicate that the melon would need more time to ripen. Courtesy Johnson County ...

It’s not summer unless you’re enjoying some delicious watermelon. A sweet, juicy watermelon can brighten even the dreariest summer day. On the other hand, a bland one can be a disappointment — ...

Q: I have a couple of watermelon vines that have melons on them. I need to know how to tell when they are ready to pick. They don’t sound hollow yet. Julie B., email A: One way to determine if a ...

There's nothing quite like ripe, juicy watermelon in the summertime! You can dice it, slice it, and even grill it. Or you can whip up a few watermelon drinks for a cool refreshment. But before you dig ...