When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Cheyenne
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Cheyenne?
Direct-sow around mid July (Jul 16–Aug 6) in Cheyenne, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Cheyenne?
Expect to harvest from around late September (Sep 29–Oct 24) in Cheyenne, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Cheyenne?
Start seeds indoors around early May (May 3–May 24) in Cheyenne, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Cheyenne?
Transplant outdoors around mid July (Jul 16–Aug 6) in Cheyenne, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Cheyenne?
Cheyenne has roughly 136 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 Cheyenne's frost dates.