When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Hobart
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Hobart?
Direct-sow around early November (Nov 1–Nov 22) in Hobart, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Hobart?
Expect to harvest from around mid January (Jan 15–Feb 9) in Hobart, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Hobart?
Start seeds indoors around late September (Sep 27–Oct 18) in Hobart, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Hobart?
Transplant outdoors around early November (Nov 1–Nov 22) in Hobart, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
How long is the growing season in Hobart?
Hobart has roughly 186 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 Hobart's frost dates.