How I Grow Watermelons From Seed to Harvest - ft. Two Awesome Varieties

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  • @TheKiwiGrower
    @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +190

    I hope you enjoyed the bloopers at the end 😝
    By the way, I’ve put a few extra growing tips in the video description which might help.
    Feel free to share the video with anyone that might be interested and thanks heaps for watching! 🌱 😊

    • @MitchK_
      @MitchK_ 2 роки тому +6

      Bloopers were funny man, thanks for sharing them! 😂🦟😖

    • @CraigWedd
      @CraigWedd 2 роки тому +2

      🤣🤣🤣 loved it

    • @NizarMassouh
      @NizarMassouh 2 роки тому +6

      Great editing on this one! Good job mate

    • @philipdahl8767
      @philipdahl8767 2 роки тому +6

      the way you handled the wasp sting was really impressive but the pure chaos of it was hilarious.

    • @junaid7530
      @junaid7530 2 роки тому

      Hey can you share some link where I can buy seeds for that gold in gold

  • @dwgryphon
    @dwgryphon 2 роки тому +354

    You honestly must be one of the most patient and organised youtubers! Every time I watch your videos I think about what a job it must be to take all this footage, store it, then sort through it and edit it together for a consistent narrative that sometimes spans months or years! But it pays off; every video is a delight. Thank you for doing what you do!

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +26

      Thanks Donelle!

    • @ellieobrien1159
      @ellieobrien1159 2 роки тому +20

      I was thinking this too!! I suppose that is one of the teachings of the plants...patience

    • @Akren905
      @Akren905 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah super organized it's a good thing. A few tubers just drop projects or forget footage or don't take it.

    • @senkaku5343
      @senkaku5343 2 роки тому +2

      I honestly told my wife almost this same exact comment while watching this video. Specifically saying how impressive some of the multi year long projects pay off, and must be super satisfying to accomplish.

    • @CaltsenOnRoblox
      @CaltsenOnRoblox 2 роки тому +1

      I learnt a lot from this video.

  • @deathwishxx6
    @deathwishxx6 Рік тому +19

    I am a 17 year old who hardly goes outside and I have never planted anything in my life, somehow I still find your videos very entertaining and I've been subscribed for a few months already lol

    • @Mark723
      @Mark723 Рік тому +1

      Inspiration comes in many forms, as does its fulfillment. Enjoy the things in life which provide you happiness, and who knows what next may come.

  • @rootkit0
    @rootkit0 2 роки тому +74

    Unfortunately I often find gardening videos annoying, without any structure or just click baits... But your channel!! It's pure joy to watch it🌱🌱💚💚

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +11

      Thank you so much Patrycja, really appreciate it and glad you like them :)

    • @AmbrociousXP
      @AmbrociousXP Рік тому +4

      I mean...he is nice to look at too.

  • @Gadsdentreadlightly
    @Gadsdentreadlightly 2 роки тому +7

    I'm in south Louisiana USA. Quick tip if you have a bit too much wet weather or want to allow them to ripen on the vine longer to encourage extra sweetness, rotate the melons on the vine to keep the white / yellow spot on the bottom from turning into rot.

  • @firesalamander100
    @firesalamander100 2 роки тому +32

    For transplanting anything in the Cucurbit family, it seems that any root disturbance is basically a death sentence, so your newspaper idea is fantastic. Biggest thing is to remember that trying to plant multiple plants in a single container that will require separation upon transplanting will ruin your melon dreams.

  • @Ontariosaurus
    @Ontariosaurus 2 роки тому +26

    This is soothing in a way that only individuals who love plants and are from New Zealand can deliver on. As a Canadian with harsh winters and fleeting hot summers I really want to grow more when I can.

    • @justwater3859
      @justwater3859 Рік тому

      man i feel that. My idea would be to have a green house but where i live they tend to not survive

  • @munimulhoque6408
    @munimulhoque6408 2 роки тому +2

    It's very nice to see someone enjoying the fruits of his labour..literally

  • @melanieallen8980
    @melanieallen8980 2 роки тому +1

    your videos are amazing, informative & very Inspiring!!😍Thankyou!!

  • @therudimentroom
    @therudimentroom 2 роки тому +15

    I cannot get over how large your plants grew in such a short time! They look amazing

    • @ooee8088
      @ooee8088 Рік тому

      Right, almost unbelievable

  • @mohammedalhadithy65
    @mohammedalhadithy65 2 роки тому +50

    One have to appreciate the great efforts you put on these videos!
    They're very entertaining and informative

  • @josephjarata4781
    @josephjarata4781 Рік тому +1

    Sir im so happy to discover ur channel. Its really very helpful and informative.. thank u.

  • @Tuinierenopstrobalen
    @Tuinierenopstrobalen 2 роки тому +14

    Your channel is the best of two of my favourite things: growing my own food, and (what I consider to be) my second home New Zealand. Thank you so much for your in depth and really inspiring video's!!

  • @JenniferA886
    @JenniferA886 Рік тому +1

    Great video, thankyou for this… really good editing skills 👍👍👍

  • @sclarke869
    @sclarke869 Рік тому +1

    I absolutely adore your landscape. I would live at that location today! The view is awesome. I love farming and chickens around the yard. Oh!

  • @AfafAhmed1
    @AfafAhmed1 2 роки тому +4

    Ye he he , I can see the Bottle gourd in the Background which you have used in your previous videos, That was Really a Superb video.

  • @Aidan93721
    @Aidan93721 2 роки тому +18

    I actually grew watermelons this year and they turned out great! Although I didn’t do the best job because it was my first time planting watermelons, it was really fun and felt very rewarding when I finally harvested and ate them. I had a batch of 6 watermelons. Don’t know what type they were though.

  • @jamiestewart7327
    @jamiestewart7327 2 роки тому +2

    You've motivated me to germinate every seed I find and see what happens!!! 💚👍🏽 Thanks mate

  • @mahendrachannel-ip8pg
    @mahendrachannel-ip8pg Рік тому +2

    always success bro, greetings from Indonesian farmers

  • @mythilikrishna3632
    @mythilikrishna3632 2 роки тому +3

    Hey I am from India 👍. I appreciate your efforts. This one is awesome . Tasting the fruit and describing it taste is very happy to see . Keep it up 👍

  • @MitchK_
    @MitchK_ 2 роки тому +65

    Thank you, Kalem, for this awesome video and tips! I just started growing my watermelons, and I didn't know about the splitting🤯. I was worried if I needed to make bigger mounds or not, but now I know they're perfect! Right now, the plants are about the size of my hands. Hopefully I'll get some fruit this year! 🍉

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +7

      Awesome Mitch, hope they grow well for you!

    • @gandharaorganicfoods
      @gandharaorganicfoods 2 роки тому +3

      @@TheKiwiGrower I'm from Lahore city Pakistan. I have a question. I'm growing these watermelons in My home garden hence their growing speed is too slow. although I'm giving them all the professional fertilizers but can they grow and survive in Monsoon season or humid temperature or not?

    • @doctorcrew1631
      @doctorcrew1631 2 роки тому +1

      @@gandharaorganicfoods The thing you really need to worry about is the windstorms

  • @debrapavlich8231
    @debrapavlich8231 Рік тому +1

    Excellent video. Thank you!!

  • @aussiecountry9320
    @aussiecountry9320 2 роки тому +4

    One of these days I'll remember that your growing seasons are flipped compared to here in the US before I start watching a video and not be slightly confused for the first 20 seconds lol. It's a nice change of pace that you collect a whole bunch of footage over the course of growing something for one video rather than making multiple videos over the course of growth. Your channel has a nice laidback calmness, and it's easy to see how much you enjoy growing things and all your animals. I also enjoy getting to see a whole bunch of cool and unique plants being grown that I can't grow due to my climate. Thank you for sharing all this with us :).

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it :). Have a great Summer

  • @jerrytawam6297
    @jerrytawam6297 2 роки тому +1

    Very helpful and educational, I am watching from Papua New Guinea. Thank you.

  • @the7thgirl
    @the7thgirl 2 роки тому +1

    I love your videos 😍very clear and informative 👍 from 🇸🇦

  • @sonnylangston
    @sonnylangston 2 роки тому +2

    The golden melon looks delicious!

  • @Ganeshius
    @Ganeshius 2 роки тому +3

    In the past month I must have watched all your videos mate !! Now rewatching. Really like how you explain every minutiae and also love what you do!! Thank you Kalem 👏

  • @jmoney4000
    @jmoney4000 2 роки тому +1

    Such. A. Vibe.

  • @simonroper4713
    @simonroper4713 2 роки тому +1

    The newspaper seed pot is so clever. I really like that!

  • @danalewis1535
    @danalewis1535 2 роки тому +3

    I like that you documented your watermelon journey. Thank you!

    • @Mark723
      @Mark723 Рік тому

      He could document his journey of reading the phone book and I'd be along for the ride. Such a genuine and calming individual with an innate love of gardening - a very good combination that.

  • @gwagner1380
    @gwagner1380 2 роки тому +33

    Man I'm seriously amazed with all your work and dedication! Whenever I see your channel I miss the good old days when I was younger and helped on my grandpa vineyard back in Germany.
    Those Watermelons looked amazing and hopefully I can grow some up here in México as the weather is basically summer all year long. Been trying to get some grapes up and running and with the pandemic I finally did since I had the time. Now I'm following your vids for dragonfruit since its a local fruit where I'm living and if the spring/summer is kind, maybe I will try watermelons as well.
    Thanks for all the info you give us!

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks a lot, and that's awesome that you're growing and trying some things out. Great way to use time in lockdown. Good luck with everything you grow :)

  • @pompe221
    @pompe221 2 роки тому +1

    The sound of that knife cutting the Moon and Stars is amazing. I don't do ASMR but yeah. Also it's so nice to see watermelon with black seeds in them -- the only kind my local grocery stores sell is that seedless kind.

  • @TottoHolm
    @TottoHolm Рік тому +1

    The smile you give at the end when you eat the watermelons...! 😁 It must feel so incredibly rewarding to (literally) eat the fruits of your labor! The melons looked very tasty.

  • @ravik4345
    @ravik4345 2 роки тому

    12:17 Sharing with the sheep.. really a kind gesture. Good on ya.

  • @wh3747
    @wh3747 2 роки тому

    I once met this guy on a site like omegle and had a good talk with him, back then he was working at Auckland Zoo with the primates, a while later I saw him in the news papers for his work there.
    Such a good dude, so humble!

  • @Hau.H
    @Hau.H 2 роки тому +1

    You are living my dream 😍❤️!
    Keep doing you thing 😊👍👍👍

  • @ronniet71
    @ronniet71 2 роки тому +1

    Your a cool dude. Thank you for your presentation. When you eat them, it sounds soooo good!!!

  • @chontedillard5063
    @chontedillard5063 5 місяців тому

    I live in Southern California and I planted a yellow watermelon , I am now at the Flower Stage and I see the round watermelons . I am so Excited I can't wait for them to get big and juicy so far so good.

  • @gogoasainfuriata762
    @gogoasainfuriata762 2 роки тому +2

    You could also pickle the small ones. They are amazing. Look up for a recipe. In my childhood I've had apples, quince fruit, white grapes and unrip plums, all pickled.

  • @shrekss
    @shrekss 2 роки тому +2

    Production quality 📈

  • @dougshumway7229
    @dougshumway7229 Рік тому

    I am now growing these types of melons because of this video! They are doing good.

  • @josephkeruilwe9484
    @josephkeruilwe9484 2 роки тому +1

    Deeply interested, indeed you are such a great teacher Sir....i have learned a lot about Horticulture from my Dadd who is now no more...he passed away last year' he really taught me a lot when it comes to Horticulture...trully what am learning from you Sir is very different...i remember on his words he used to say this to me that son what you are learning from me you as a youth you can use any techniq you want to improve this ,cause technology is growing every day...and this are the words that i will never forget in my life, May his soul rest in Peace..he was just a great farmer like you Sir

  • @sunshinecarnivores1919
    @sunshinecarnivores1919 2 роки тому +2

    When I was a kid, I grow some watermelon's from seed from the fruit we got from the store. Never got a good fruit though but the plants themselves were great!

  • @ravik4345
    @ravik4345 2 роки тому

    Those gold watermelons look really tempting.

  • @thecurlefarm
    @thecurlefarm 2 роки тому +2

    Love the ending 😄 dam wasps

  • @ComputerDegreeMen
    @ComputerDegreeMen 2 роки тому +2

    I love the way you make the video with piece and patience, waiting for 3 months. Nature is best in world🤩❤

  • @angeloco6443
    @angeloco6443 2 роки тому

    the end of the video was so funny, it brings those moments weve all had in the garden together

  • @qualqui
    @qualqui 2 роки тому +1

    Great vídeo ya have here Kalem, I'll remember this when i plant some sugar babies!👍😋🍉

  • @jacqui8392
    @jacqui8392 2 роки тому

    Favorite kiwi gardener ever 🌻

  • @olivesaregreatinspaghetti9769
    @olivesaregreatinspaghetti9769 2 роки тому +1

    The chocolate sheep is so cute!
    Great content as always and my mouth really watered on that yellow WM🤤

  • @spoonnwithsunshinehomestead
    @spoonnwithsunshinehomestead 2 роки тому

    Best explanation of planting on a mound that I've seen

  • @brianpendez5340
    @brianpendez5340 2 роки тому

    And I bet it's the most satisfying when you're thirsty from working out on your land.

  • @muhammadsameedqureshi7531
    @muhammadsameedqureshi7531 2 роки тому

    Thankyou for rescuing battery hens, they really needed that help!
    Hoping to grow my own watermelons soon.

  • @Ponimancp
    @Ponimancp 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing the tutorial on how to add watermelon from seeds to fruiting watermelon plants and their fruit results. Very detailed and thank you very much..

  • @Lmmixs
    @Lmmixs Рік тому

    Your videos are more enjoyable than others UA-camrs

  • @Coolclimatetropicalfruits
    @Coolclimatetropicalfruits 2 роки тому +1

    Nothing like a watermelon straight from the garden 👍

  • @lyndastarwriter
    @lyndastarwriter Рік тому

    Thank you for the primer. I learned a lot, PLUS, I love watermelon. I learned of a new variety through your video. You do a great job of teaching.

  • @jelena8357
    @jelena8357 7 місяців тому

    You are pure gold, respect!

  • @chihiro5156
    @chihiro5156 2 роки тому +1

    wow. That's amazing. I got so much knowledge about planting watermelon. Thank you Man. keep your great works.. 🤩🤩🍉🍉

  • @reubensharpe21
    @reubensharpe21 2 роки тому +6

    What a fantastic video dude, as always! Such stunning varieties; cannot get over how beautiful the Moon and Stars are. They look exactly like a Splendid Tree Frog. Once I get a patch large enough I'd absolutely love to grow these myself!! 🍉

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks man! They do look pretty incredible ay. Exciting future project to look forward to :)

  • @TheLazyDutchGardener
    @TheLazyDutchGardener 2 роки тому +3

    Great timing I just planted some sugar baby seeds, but intentional lol. I like them small 😁 My first time trying to grow watermelons!

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome, still a good variety! Hope they go well :)

  • @stevenrodriguez9313
    @stevenrodriguez9313 Рік тому

    @9:48 Perfect Watermelon 👍👍

  • @mariodiaz8078
    @mariodiaz8078 2 роки тому

    I love watermelons and I drool while watching this video.

  • @doyoureallyneedtoknow2822
    @doyoureallyneedtoknow2822 2 роки тому +1

    Greetings from Florida. I am in love with the moon 🌙 and stars ✨ watermelon 🍉. Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for those ripening tips! I’m giving watermelons a try in my garden this summer.

  • @jimsonballeta2371
    @jimsonballeta2371 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the awesome and relaxing video! ☺️☺️

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому

      Thanks Jimson, was hoping it would have that vibe

  • @donsamarasinghe4899
    @donsamarasinghe4899 2 роки тому +1

    What a great channel you have. I really like how realistic and down to earth you are. Thank you!

  • @VHF808
    @VHF808 Рік тому

    Positively feel good videos you have here, greetings from the Philippines 😊

  • @leonsparkes
    @leonsparkes 2 роки тому +20

    Thanks for another great video Kalem! Really motivating too! 💪 I always love how positive you are and how much effort and enthusiasm you put into your videos 😊 Just thought I'd let you know, I followed your dragon fruit tutorial recently and now I've got 20+ seedlings! Did yours survive/fruit? 😌 In the meantime, I hope you and yours have a very Happy Easter, all the best from the UK 🇬🇧🇳🇿

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +2

      Cheers for the comment Leon, really appreciate it, and awesome job on the dragonfruit. Mine haven't fruited yet but are still growing all good :)

    • @leonsparkes
      @leonsparkes 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheKiwiGrower No worries! Glad to hear yours are still going strong too 😊 Fingers crossed you get some fruit soon, as I've heard they produce really nice flowers when fruiting!

  • @marcogallazzi9049
    @marcogallazzi9049 3 місяці тому

    Loved the newspaper pot, I´ll give a try now, we are in seeding season in Chile now.

  • @AdirondackRuby
    @AdirondackRuby Рік тому

    Thanks for the tips. Growing watermelon for the first time (at least the first time in adulthood, on my own) so I'm getting all the hints I can!

  • @degradierer8778
    @degradierer8778 4 місяці тому

    wish i had a place where i can grow stuff nice plants good job

  • @Agapy8888
    @Agapy8888 2 роки тому

    Here in the North east part of the USA we only have seedless melons. Those seeds in your watermelons are amazing.

  • @argonaut5617
    @argonaut5617 2 роки тому

    I subscribed immediately because I am kiwi-grower too, not only kiwi.
    All that videos looks amazing, I want to watch it all asap! And man looks winsome. Niiice!

  • @KevinL242
    @KevinL242 2 роки тому

    Love watching your videos. All the way from The Bahamas 🇧🇸.

  • @Ruktiet
    @Ruktiet 2 роки тому +2

    Man I love your channel! And your quality is even improving! Inspires me to live like you do one day. Looks like a very satisfying way of life. Thanks for the content.

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks a lot Victor, appreciate the feedback :)

  • @gamesclips380
    @gamesclips380 Рік тому

    Thanks brother, i was thinking of planting the "Janosik" watermelon, and your video helped me really much because now i know what to do

  • @Megatron_20
    @Megatron_20 2 роки тому +2

    Quite a harvest u got there😍..i tried to grow them at my home but after getting of orange size they stopped growing ..but i will try again ..dont forget about the home tour video n the plants u grafted want to see them in next videos ..🤩🤩

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому

      Thanks, glad you're going to have another go. I've had a few years without great results too. All the best for next time :)

  • @navratanyadav5378
    @navratanyadav5378 Рік тому

    1:39 superb technique

  • @menekseuebel6530
    @menekseuebel6530 2 роки тому +2

    They all look amazing 👏 😍

  • @beazleydang3913
    @beazleydang3913 2 роки тому

    This video was so satisfying to watch! Keep up the great work Kalem.

  • @AM-uo1iq
    @AM-uo1iq 2 роки тому

    So good and positive and calm. That's my type of content.

  • @daleparks6781
    @daleparks6781 Рік тому

    Great information good tips hope I too have a good grow season this year !
    A method I came up with for strawberry
    Get a kiddie pool 36"-48" inch make some 1/4" drain holes fill with some good drainage soil and make a mound then plant 3 -4 plants soon you will have tons of runners that root themselves when ready remove and place mature plants as desired in sun location 🌞✌️

  • @eyaph
    @eyaph 2 роки тому +1

    I wish i could grow plants, but I live in Maryland, although there is lots of small fruit here!

  • @lamthida7491
    @lamthida7491 2 роки тому

    I Feel like you living in heaven ✨️ 😌 and planting is my favourite things to do

  • @cozinhandocomakeide2695
    @cozinhandocomakeide2695 2 роки тому +1

    a word that defines your channel: amazing. when the notifications of your work arrive, I'm sure it will be worth watching. your content always shows much more than the images! you can see his dedication and love for what he does, always wanting to make his followers satisfied. thank you very much for the beautiful work. God bless you and your family 🙏 a big kiss from Brazil 🇧🇷👍

  • @awkwardtexasstranger5660
    @awkwardtexasstranger5660 2 роки тому +1

    I have been using a bucket with very small holes drilled in the bottom for spot-watering, I set them wherever I need them and fill with another bucket or the hose-nice slow delivery that's portable and cheap. Might be worth a try for you during dry spells. Going to have to find some of those gold watermelon seeds-never seen those and they look delicious!

  • @hivolco151
    @hivolco151 2 роки тому

    Love all the variety you grow! Awesome!!

  • @leprog1464
    @leprog1464 2 роки тому

    When I think of summer, I think of the hot Arizona weather

  • @Mr_Reset
    @Mr_Reset 2 роки тому +3

    These videos are so enjoyable. Wish I had the climate to grow what you show us

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, glad you liked it :)

    • @freedomdude5420
      @freedomdude5420 2 роки тому

      Are you in like Montana or Michigan. That might explain a lot.

  • @jacobh.7076
    @jacobh.7076 2 роки тому

    watching this really makes me think there isn't enough time in a day. I have a lot of hobbies that take up a lot of my time and growing fruites is not one of them; but I really wouldn't mind getting into this.

  • @DJtheChemist
    @DJtheChemist 2 роки тому +2

    Love your videos! Thanks for another great one!

  • @karinanalbandyan3009
    @karinanalbandyan3009 2 роки тому +1

    This is incredible! I live in Florida, and this summer I’ll try to grow my own watermelons

  • @ranwedzirlukhwareni1061
    @ranwedzirlukhwareni1061 2 роки тому +1

    Nice. I actually planted my first melon early this year motivated by your first video. And my first bite of a watermelon. I'm 37🙈

  • @khalidabdalla6341
    @khalidabdalla6341 2 роки тому

    It's really wonderful watching your videos ..thumps up 👍👍👍

  • @info7-mars970
    @info7-mars970 2 роки тому

    Your land looks crumbly and has very good plant nutrition. It's nice to grow plants that grow very well, of all kinds,

  • @Vincent-li8rx
    @Vincent-li8rx 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for such amazing content, keep growing!

  • @lyrieth8833
    @lyrieth8833 2 роки тому +6

    Those were some interesting melons! I honestly didn't know there were different types of watermelons, I have only seen the standard watermelons in the states. I would love to grow the Moon and Stars they are just so pretty.

    • @TheKiwiGrower
      @TheKiwiGrower  2 роки тому +3

      Glad I could show you something new. There are some really amazing ones out there :)

    • @PatC.
      @PatC. Рік тому

      Check the online seed shops.... they sell different varieties of watermelons. My favorite is Crimson Sweet because it doesn't have "too" many seeds. I feel Sugar Baby has too many seeds.

  • @funbrothers96
    @funbrothers96 2 роки тому

    Awesome to see the growing methods you show here on youtube big thank you and keep at it , your videos look amazing too well done and thanks for shareing

  • @bublhed
    @bublhed 2 роки тому +1

    I’m attempting to grow the moon and stars type and tendersweet orange. They’ll be in large pots and some type of trellis. I really want to try that golden variety…they look amazing! Love the bloopers but sorry you got stung.

  • @megm.c4026
    @megm.c4026 2 роки тому

    Ive just stumbled across your vid's and am a happy camper! They are fantastic. You dont waffle on annoyingly and share good info clearly and succinctly. A breath of fresh aur from many. Love the bloopers at end of this one. Where in nz are you? And thanks for great vids..keep it up.