When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Bordeaux
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bordeaux?
Direct-sow around late July (Jul 25–Aug 15) in Bordeaux, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Bordeaux?
Expect to harvest from around early October (Oct 8–Nov 2) in Bordeaux, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 40%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Bordeaux?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 3–Apr 24) in Bordeaux, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 43%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bordeaux?
Transplant outdoors around late July (Jul 25–Aug 15) in Bordeaux, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
How long is the growing season in Bordeaux?
Bordeaux has roughly 215 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 Bordeaux's frost dates.