Can watermelon be grown in pots?

Can watermelon be grown in pots?

Watermelon can be grown in pots. Generally, it can be maintained in flower pots, but watermelons grown in flower pots do not grow as well as those planted in the ground, so it is better to plant watermelons in the ground.

Potted watermelons require relatively large flowerpots. You can use a 30-centimeter flowerpot. When choosing a flowerpot, use one with air holes. In addition, if the maintenance environment is suitable, it can also bear fruit.

Watermelon pot cultivation method

1. Soil preparation

If you are worried about the poor growth of potted watermelons, you can add some organic fertilizer to it. If conditions permit, it is best to sterilize and disinfect the soil before planting.

2. Pruning

Potted watermelons grow relatively fast, and their branches are also very dense, so you can prune them every month to promote rapid growth of the watermelon.

3. Watering

Generally, there is a method to water watermelons. You cannot water the branches. Generally, you need to water directly at the roots so that the roots can fully absorb enough water.

4. Fertilization

Watermelon needs to be fertilized in time during the growth process. Generally, fertilizer can be applied once a month. In addition, when not fertilizing, you can water it with some rice water, which can also supplement the nutrition of the watermelon.