Watermelon does not like excess, but responds very well to timely feeding. The main thing is not to feed it with everything in a row, but to give exactly what is needed at a certain stage of development.

First feeding — when the vines start to grow actively.

During this period the plant needs nitrogen to quickly grow strong leaves and powerful shoots. Cow manure infusion (1:10) or green fertilizer from nettle is well suited. Under each bush 1–2 liters of solution after ordinary watering is enough.

Second feeding — during flowering and the appearance of the first ovaries.

Now the watermelon needs phosphorus and potassium. In 10 liters of water dissolve:

• 30 g of superphosphate; • 20 g of potassium sulfate.

Water approximately 1 liter under each plant. Exactly this feeding helps the ovaries not to fall off and form strong fruits.

Third feeding — when the watermelons already start filling.

At this time nitrogen is almost no longer needed. Potassium works best. To 10 liters of water add 1 glass of sifted wood ash, let it infuse for several hours and water 1–1.5 liters under the bush.

Exactly potassium helps the fruits accumulate sugars, makes the flesh juicy and the taste rich.

And one more advice that is often forgotten. 10–14 days before harvesting significantly reduce watering. The plant will stop spending strength on excess moisture and start accumulating sugar in the fruits. That is why watermelons become more aromatic and sweeter.

This material was prepared by the editorial team using artificial intelligence tools. All information has been verified and edited before publication.