Look for a creamy yellow field spot
Choose a watermelon that feels heavy for its size
Pick one with a dull, not shiny, rind
Check for a uniform shape
Avoid cuts, bruises, or soft spots
Tap it and listen for a deep, hollow sound
Look for a dry, brown stem or tendril
Prefer watermelons with webbing or sugar scars on the rind
Choose one with a symmetrical, well-developed shape
Select a watermelon that feels firm all over