When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Charleston
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Charleston?
Direct-sow around mid May (May 12–Jun 2) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Charleston?
Expect to harvest from around late July (Jul 26–Aug 20) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Charleston?
Start seeds indoors around mid February (Feb 11–Mar 4) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Charleston?
Transplant outdoors around mid May (May 12–Jun 2) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Charleston?
Charleston has roughly 310 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 Charleston's frost dates.