When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Cleveland
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Cleveland?
Direct-sow around mid June (Jun 18–Jul 9) in Cleveland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Cleveland?
Expect to harvest from around early September (Sep 1–Sep 26) in Cleveland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Cleveland?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 27–Apr 17) in Cleveland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Cleveland?
Transplant outdoors around mid June (Jun 18–Jul 9) in Cleveland, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Cleveland?
Cleveland has roughly 227 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 Cleveland's frost dates.