When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Montreal
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Montreal?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 1–Jul 22) in Montreal, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Montreal?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 14–Oct 9) in Montreal, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Montreal?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 9–Apr 30) in Montreal, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Montreal?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 1–Jul 22) in Montreal, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
How long is the growing season in Montreal?
Montreal has roughly 192 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 Montreal's frost dates.