Watermelon becomes black at the ends?

Question

So far, my watermelon plant has produced a large, sweet watermelon, but the other melons that have started to grow are starting to turn black at the end. I put a board under them. I keep them shaded with their own leaves. Or maybe they need sun. I water every other day. The vines are growing new leaves. I've removed the dead ones, but I still can't figure out why my melons are starting to rot. It wouldn't have anything to do with the fall season would it? I'd appreciate some help so I can try and grow another sweet melon.

Answer 1

If it's turning black at the end where the blossom once was, then you may simply have blossom-end rot. This has to do with the nutrients that the plant receives, and how much it can pass on to the fruit. Unfortunately, there's not much you can do at this stage, since by the time the symptoms are noticable, the damage is already done. It's most common with tomatoes, but other plants such as squashes and melons can be affected too.

Next time you grow, be sure that you are giving your plants enough nitrogen from the beginning, and that your soil has adequate calcium. Those are usually the problems when this happens. I'm including a link that will tell you a little more about it. The part that isn't rotten-looking is perfectly good to eat, by the way, so hopefully you can enjoy at least part of your melons!

Good luck.

Answer 2

too late in the seasion,