Knowing when to pick a cantaloupe can make all the difference to the flavor. Here’s everything you need to know about how to tell if a cantaloupe is ripe. When most people think of edible gardening, they think of tomatoes, cucumbers, and other standard vegetables. But one of our favorite things to grow is fruit—watermelon and cantaloupe, in particular. A homegrown melon is so sweet and juicy compared to what you typically find at the store. But how do you know if a cantaloupe is ripe? The...
