Cucumber and Watermelon Planting: Mounds vs. Flat Beds

Mounding helps drainage and root depth but isn't required if soil is deep and well-tilled. Both crops need full sun (8+ hrs). Mulch with straw to retain moisture, cool soil, and keep fruit off damp ground.

Key Practices

• Sun: 8+ hours non-negotiable.
• Mulch: 2–3" straw or dried grass.
• Water: deep, consistent, at base.

Trench planting works if drainage is good; mounds are insurance.