When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Winnipeg
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Winnipeg?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 10–Jul 31) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Winnipeg?
Expect to harvest from around late September (Sep 23–Oct 18) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Winnipeg?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 25–May 16) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Winnipeg?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 10–Jul 31) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has roughly 154 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 Winnipeg's frost dates.