What are some designs for “safe” melon farms?

Question

I really like the wheat farms described in this answer, because it's impossible to trample farmland and harvested crops always bounce back at you.

Are there any similar designs optimized for melon farming?

I tried putting blocks directly above where melons grow, but then I can't get any slices that fall back to where the stem is.

Answer

I place a glass block directly over the stem. This ensures light gets through but I don't squish my melon seeds.

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