Title: In Season: Watermelon | Food Network Healthy Eats: Recipes, Ideas, and Food News | Food Network
Headings: In Season: Watermelon
In Season: Watermelon
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Content: The fruit eventually made its way around the world; early explorers actually used them as canteens. More than 96 countries around the world produce more than 1,200 varieties of watermelons. The U.S. and Mexico alone grow 200 to 300 varieties, including 50 of the most popular. The 5 most popular are seeded, seedless, mini, yellow and orange flesh. Watermelon season runs throughout the summer -- from May to September -- but the exact range depends on where you live, Keep an eye out at your local farmers market. You can't miss these big guys, and there will be plenty at peak season. More about the types: Seeded: oblong in shape and average 15 to 45 pounds with medium to large brown or black seeds
Seedless: