When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Amarillo
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Amarillo?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Amarillo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Amarillo?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 15–Sep 9) in Amarillo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Amarillo?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 10–May 1) in Amarillo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Amarillo?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Amarillo, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Amarillo?
Amarillo has roughly 187 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 Amarillo's frost dates.