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Moreover, can you eat a split watermelon?

Use cut watermelon within five days. The outside rind of the watermelon should be washed before you cut into it. The “broken heart,” “hollow heart” or cracked center that is sometimes found inside a watermelon is caused by weather conditions during the growing season. This flesh is still good and safe to eat.

Also, can a watermelon explode on its own? Watermelon splitting (or exploding) can be caused by the “exploding gene,” which is found in many of the heirloom varieties, or from increased water turgor in the watermelon. Pressure can build inside, causing the watermelon to split and erupt like a volcano or to foam uncontrollably. So there you have it, Ed.

Additionally, what causes watermelons to split inside?

Watermelon Fruit Split Fruit split is caused by an erratic watering pattern, particularly excessive irrigation or rainfall during the last two weeks of growth. The excessive moisture causes a great deal of pressure on the inside of the fruit, which will split open with even slight tapping or during normal harvesting.

How often should you water your watermelon plants?

Watering is very important—from planting until fruit begins to form. While melon plants are growing, blooming, and setting fruit, they need 1 to 2 inches of water per week. Keep soil moist, but not waterlogged. Water at the vine's base in the morning, and try to avoid wetting the leaves and avoid overhead watering.