Smell the end where it was attached to the plant, and you should be able to detect the melon scent. Then, push there with your thumb - it should be dent-able.
There will be a decidedly identifiable smell of melon when you put your nose to the top of the melon and smell it. Also, there should be a slight "give" when you press into the skin of the melon with your thumb.
By "thumping" them with your knuckles. As my father used to say: If the watermelon sounds like you are thumping your head, the melon is not ripe enough. If the watermelon sounds like you are thumping your belly, the melon is too ripe. If the watermelon sounds like you are thumping your chest, then the melon is just right.
Sort of mixed between a tomato, melon (honey melon) and lemon.
For one to know when a honeydew melon is ripe all one has to do is give the melon a shake and listen. They become ripe when the seeds become loose. Another way is to tap on them and listen for a dull thump but this method is a harder art form.
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How to tell me when a Spanskek is ripe
Cantaloupes are ready to harvest when they are 16 -17 centimeters and when they start getting rough. After that they have to ripen. When they are a peach color they are ready to harvest.
You can tell if a cantaloupe is ripe by gently pressing on the stem end - if it gives slightly and has a sweet smell, it is likely ripe.
You can tell if an avocado is ripe by gently squeezing it - if it gives slightly under pressure, it is ripe. Additionally, the skin color should be dark and the stem should come off easily when ripe.
You can tell if a cantaloupe is ripe and sweet by gently pressing on the stem end - if it gives slightly and smells sweet, it is likely ripe. Additionally, a ripe cantaloupe will have a golden color and a sweet aroma.
Melons do not last long once they become ripe. A whole uncut melon will stay good for 5 to 7 days. If the melon is cut it will last only 3 days.
To make a delicious melon pie, you will need a ripe melon, pie crust, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. First, peel and dice the melon, then mix it with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake until the crust is golden brown. Let it cool before serving. Enjoy your tasty melon pie!