When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Auckland
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Auckland?
Direct-sow around early September (Sep 3–Sep 24) in Auckland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Auckland?
Expect to harvest from around mid November (Nov 17–Dec 12) in Auckland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 74%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Auckland?
Start seeds indoors around late July (Jul 30–Aug 20) in Auckland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Auckland?
Transplant outdoors around early September (Sep 3–Sep 24) in Auckland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
How long is the growing season in Auckland?
Auckland has roughly 294 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 Auckland's frost dates.