When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Strasbourg
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Strasbourg?
Direct-sow around late July (Jul 29–Aug 19) in Strasbourg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Strasbourg?
Expect to harvest from around mid October (Oct 12–Nov 6) in Strasbourg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Strasbourg?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 2–Apr 23) in Strasbourg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Strasbourg?
Transplant outdoors around late July (Jul 29–Aug 19) in Strasbourg, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Strasbourg?
Strasbourg has roughly 206 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 Strasbourg's frost dates.