Melons don't grow on trees, but instead, they grow on vines. Because of this, you can grow them horizontally or train them to crawl upwards with support. This nature of melons also makes them excellent greenhouse crops to raise.

Where do melons grow?

Outdoor melons must have a warm, sunny, sheltered position, such as against a south-facing wall. Covering the soil with black plastic will help raise soil temperatures and improve fruiting. But for best results, grow melons in a greenhouse, under cloches or in a growing frame or cold frame.

Do watermelons grow in trees?

Watermelons, for example, do not grow on trees. ... Watermelons aren't the only fruits that grow on the ground on vines. Fruits that grow in a similar way include cantaloupes and honeydew melons.