When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Burlington
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Burlington?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 6–Jul 27) in Burlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Burlington?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 19–Oct 14) in Burlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Burlington?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 23–May 14) in Burlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Burlington?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 6–Jul 27) in Burlington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Burlington?
Burlington has roughly 160 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 Burlington's frost dates.