When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Bridgeport
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bridgeport?
Direct-sow around late June (Jun 28–Jul 19) in Bridgeport, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Bridgeport?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 11–Oct 6) in Bridgeport, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Bridgeport?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 24–Apr 14) in Bridgeport, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Bridgeport?
Transplant outdoors around late June (Jun 28–Jul 19) in Bridgeport, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Bridgeport?
Bridgeport has roughly 214 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 Bridgeport's frost dates.