The material advised to pay attention to the size and weight of the melon. Regardless of whether it is large or small, a ripe vegetable will be heavy for its size. Take it and try to feel how heavy it is. The melon, which seems heavier than it looks, is juicy and ripe. If it seems light – it can be dry and soft.
Also check the peel for defects. Twist the melon in your hands and carefully inspect the surface. Avoid fruits with bruises, cracks or spots.
Look at the color. Regardless of the melon variety, the dull peel is an indicator of perfect ripeness, so avoid melons with a shiny surface. They usually have a pale yellow spot on one side-this is just a place where the fruit lay on the ground during harvest. Avoid melons with green or white.
The editors of the site advised to slightly knock a melon on the surface, holding it in her hands. She should make a deep dull sound, which means that the melon is ripe and juicy.
