A Review of the World's Largest Watermelons

In the world, a watermelon is not only the largest berry you'll ever encounter, but also the most delicious. But in fact, few people know it's not even a fruit. It's a vegetable, a large, plump, green, and sweet pumpkin. Its structure itself resembles a berry. But scientists have determined that it has significant differences, such as a large number of seeds inside and a different wall structure. So, everyone's favorite beauties are pumpkins from the gourd family, of which there are 1,300 varieties.

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1 The largest watermelon in the world
2 Azerbaijani record holder
3 Japanese giants
4 American giants
5 Video: "How to Cut a Watermelon Beautifully"

The largest watermelon in the world

So where did the world's largest watermelon originate? It's grown in various countries, but there are a few leaders: China, Turkey, Iran, Brazil, and the United States. However, there is a record-holder, carefully grown by a farmer and distinguished by its sheer size.

The world's largest watermelon was grown in the United States by Chris Kent, an ordinary gardener. For this Tennessee resident, breaking the record for the largest watermelon was nothing new. The large watermelon he grew weighed a considerable amount. How much does the world's largest watermelon weigh? More than 158 kilograms. This record took its place in the Guinness Book of Records, which is well known to all of us.

Azerbaijani record holder

Fans of this fruit in Azerbaijan managed to grow a fruit weighing over 119 kilograms and boasting the largest dimensions, setting them apart from other countries. But it's worth noting: the giant seeds were obtained from the United States. The variety that gained such popularity is Carolina Cross. The most interesting thing is that such a giant takes a long time to ripen – about 100 days. How did the melon growers achieve such a large fruit? It remains a secret. Incidentally, the Guinness Book of World Records also lists this beauty, along with others.

Japanese giants

Japan holds the third Guinness World Records title, but not by much. Akinori Takomitsu managed to create a network of watermelon businesses. The giant watermelon he grew weighed 111 kilograms. He uses special techniques and technologies in his cultivation, allowing him to grow larger watermelons. So, producing a giant watermelon is no problem for him.

The most interesting thing is that all of its fruits are popular among Japanese residents. And local restaurants happily buy such large watermelons. Akinori's are distinguished by their excellent flavor, juiciness, and sweetness.

American giants

The United States is renowned for its vegetable production. It's here that you'll hear the most about the size of pumpkins grown in America.

In 2006, farmer Lloyd Brighton won the world championship. His sweet beauty weighed approximately 122 kilograms—the mark that was recorded. Incidentally, this very same beauty was a Carolina Cross. In 2008, his record was surpassed by farmers from Louisiana, USA.

And as recently as 2013, Chris Kent, who still holds the record, broke previous records and grew the world's largest pumpkin. Most remarkably, this enormous specimen also boasted the largest circumference in the world. The result was recorded and shared by the local gardening organization, the Big Pumpkin Society. It's worth noting that the farmer isn't stopping there and is continuing to work on growing even larger pumpkins, attempting to surpass the 159-kilogram mark.

The first signs are good. But remember, such giants are unlikely to make it to our shores, so you need to pay attention to the fruits and vegetables that will soon be staring at us from the shelves. Be careful when choosing, and you'll be sure to find a delicious watermelon for your table.

Video: "How to Cut a Watermelon Beautifully"

This video will show you how to beautifully cut watermelons.