When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Frankfurt
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Frankfurt?
Direct-sow around mid July (Jul 14–Aug 4) in Frankfurt, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Frankfurt?
Expect to harvest from around late September (Sep 27–Oct 22) in Frankfurt, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Frankfurt?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 30–Apr 20) in Frankfurt, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Frankfurt?
Transplant outdoors around mid July (Jul 14–Aug 4) in Frankfurt, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Frankfurt?
Frankfurt has roughly 230 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 Frankfurt's frost dates.