When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Bismarck
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bismarck?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 9–Jul 30) in Bismarck, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Bismarck?
Expect to harvest from around late September (Sep 22–Oct 17) in Bismarck, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Bismarck?
Start seeds indoors around early May (May 7–May 28) in Bismarck, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bismarck?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 9–Jul 30) in Bismarck, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Bismarck?
Bismarck has roughly 132 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 Bismarck's frost dates.