When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Wellington
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Wellington?
Direct-sow around mid September (Sep 15–Oct 6) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Wellington?
Expect to harvest from around late November (Nov 29–Dec 24) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Wellington?
Start seeds indoors around mid August (Aug 11–Sep 1) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Wellington?
Transplant outdoors around mid September (Sep 15–Oct 6) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
How long is the growing season in Wellington?
Wellington has roughly 273 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 Wellington's frost dates.