Description

The ultimate summer refresher, watermelon is famous for its crisp, ruby-red flesh and incredibly high water content. It offers a clean, honey-like sweetness that is instantly cooling. Whether sliced into classic wedges for a picnic, cubed with feta and mint for a savory salad, or blended into a vibrant juice, it is the undisputed king of hydration.

Watermelons originated in Northeastern Africa over 5,000 years ago. While the wild ancestors were bitter, ancient Egyptians cultivated them for their ability to store water—archaeologists have even found watermelon seeds in the tomb of King Tutankhamun. They spread to Mediterranean countries via merchant ships and eventually reached China and the Americas, evolving into the sweet, juicy varieties we love today.

Watermelon is the star of the Summer season. It requires a long, hot growing period to develop its sugars, with peak harvest typically running from July through September. You’ll know it’s ready when the “field spot” on the bottom turns from white to a creamy yellow.