When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Billings
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Billings?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 9–Jul 30) in Billings, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Billings?
Expect to harvest from around late September (Sep 22–Oct 17) in Billings, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Billings?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 29–May 20) in Billings, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Billings?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 9–Jul 30) in Billings, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 87%.
How long is the growing season in Billings?
Billings has roughly 150 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 Billings's frost dates.