When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Manchester
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Manchester?
Direct-sow around early May (May 9–May 30) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Manchester?
Expect to harvest from around late July (Jul 23–Aug 17) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Manchester?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 4–Apr 25) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Manchester?
Transplant outdoors around early May (May 9–May 30) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Manchester?
Manchester has roughly 183 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 Manchester's frost dates.