When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Sapporo
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Sapporo?
Direct-sow around early August (Aug 10–Aug 31) in Sapporo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Sapporo?
Expect to harvest from around late October (Oct 24–Nov 18) in Sapporo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 40%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Sapporo?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 28–May 19) in Sapporo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 43%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Sapporo?
Transplant outdoors around early August (Aug 10–Aug 31) in Sapporo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
How long is the growing season in Sapporo?
Sapporo has roughly 166 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 Sapporo's frost dates.