When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Columbus
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Columbus?
Direct-sow around mid June (Jun 18–Jul 9) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Columbus?
Expect to harvest from around early September (Sep 1–Sep 26) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Columbus?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 11–May 2) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Columbus?
Transplant outdoors around mid June (Jun 18–Jul 9) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Columbus?
Columbus has roughly 188 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 Columbus's frost dates.