When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Charlotte
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Charlotte?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Charlotte, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Charlotte?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 15–Sep 9) in Charlotte, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Charlotte?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 27–Apr 17) in Charlotte, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Charlotte?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Charlotte, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Charlotte?
Charlotte has roughly 216 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 Charlotte's frost dates.