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Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

How to grow watermelons vertically in small garden spaces – 4 key steps to get right for fantastic fruits

A whole watermelon and a slice of watermelon on a wooden bench.

Watermelons may conjure up images of large and weighty fruits, leaving you with the impression that it is impossible to grow them any way but at ground level. However, what if I told you that you can grow watermelons vertically, and there are real benefits to doing so?

It opens up doors to cultivating watermelons in smaller urban spaces. While growing watermelons vertically requires planning and attention, it saves on space, helps keep plants healthy, and even potentially increases harvests.

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