When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Arlington
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Arlington?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Arlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Arlington?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 22–Sep 16) in Arlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Arlington?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 7–Apr 28) in Arlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Arlington?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Arlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
How long is the growing season in Arlington?
Arlington has roughly 206 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 Arlington's frost dates.