Title: Bursting Watermelon Fruit - What Causes Watermelons To Split Open On Vine
Headings: Homegrown Watermelon Splitting: What Makes Watermelons Split In Garden
Homegrown Watermelon Splitting: What Makes Watermelons Split In Garden
Causes of Watermelon Splits

Content: Causes of Watermelon Splits
There are a few causes of watermelon splits. The most common cause for a bursting watermelon is erratic watering. Whether it’s due to poor irrigation practices or drought followed by heavy rain, excessive accumulation of water can put the fruit under a lot of pressure. As with tomato cracking, when the plants absorb too much water too fast, the excess water goes straight to the fruits. Like most fruits, water makes up a large percentage of the fruit. When the soil becomes dry, the fruit forms a tight skin in order to prevent moisture loss. However, once a sudden surge in water returns, the skin expands. As a result, the watermelon bursts. Another possibility, in addition to water, is heat. Water pressure within the fruit can build up when it gets too hot, causing the melons to split open.