When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Canberra
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Canberra?
Direct-sow around mid January (Jan 11–Feb 1) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Canberra?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 27–Apr 21) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Canberra?
Start seeds indoors around mid October (Oct 20–Nov 10) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Canberra?
Transplant outdoors around mid January (Jan 11–Feb 1) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Canberra?
Canberra has roughly 204 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) to maturity outdoors.
Sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Canberra's frost dates.