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Usage Guide

Learn how to store and prepare watermelon

Updated 2/28/2025

Storage Instructions

Best practices for storing and preserving freshness

Storage Tips

Proper storage keeps watermelon fresh and juicy:

🥶 Whole Watermelon – Store at room temperature for up to 1-2 weeks. Once ripe, refrigerate to extend freshness.
🥶 Cut Watermelon – Wrap in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the fridge. It stays fresh for 3-5 days.
🥶 Freezing – Cut into cubes and freeze for up to 6 months. Perfect for smoothies or sorbets, but texture changes when thawed.

By following these tips, you can enjoy sweet, refreshing watermelon all season long! 🍉✨