Sgt. Volkin is the author of The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook. The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook is available (as of this writing)) in both book and e-book format at www.ultimatebasictrainingguidebook.com.
Step 1. Plant watermelon seed during spring once all danger of frost has passed in a location that receives full sunlight. Spread 3 inches of organic manure over the planting site and use a garden tiller to incorporate it into the soil to increase drainage and fertility.
Everyone needs to be careful when they transplant their precious babies into the garden, as watermelon starts are very temperamental. Plant them at just three or four weeks of age, not the six or more weeks recommended for most other garden goodies; and try to keep all the soil around the roots.