Growing Watermelon

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06 Feb 11 John (Australia - temperate climate)
Do watermelons get blossom end rot? I have a few melons that have a black rotting spot at the end opposite the stem that looks rather like blossom end rot. Is this the case and what can I do?
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24 Mar 11 Geoff (Australia - temperate climate)
Hi John.. The black rotton spot occurs when the plant has dried out when it has fruit on it. The vine must have a constant supply of moisture when fruit is growing. Hope this helps
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