When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Chandler
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Chandler?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 29–May 20) in Chandler, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Chandler?
Expect to harvest from around mid July (Jul 13–Aug 7) in Chandler, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Chandler?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 9–Mar 2) in Chandler, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Chandler?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 29–May 20) in Chandler, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Chandler?
Chandler has roughly 303 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 Chandler's frost dates.