When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Winnipeg
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Winnipeg?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Winnipeg?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 22–Sep 16) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 65%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Winnipeg?
Start seeds indoors around early May (May 4–May 25) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 68%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Winnipeg?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Winnipeg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
How long is the growing season in Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has roughly 118 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.