Tips for choosing ripe watermelons with red flesh, sweet, and paper-thin flesh | May 30, 2025

Here’s how to pick a perfectly ripe watermelon: 1.*Check the Sugar Spot* – A small, dry, slightly sunken sugar spot indicates ripeness. Avoid large or moist spots. 2.*Look for Uniform Color* – A deep green rind with consistent coloring is best. 3.*Feel the Weight* – A ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size. 4.*Tap for a Hollow Sound* – A deep, hollow sound signals ripeness, while a dull sound suggests it’s underripe.

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