When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Des Moines
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Des Moines?
Direct-sow around mid June (Jun 16–Jul 7) in Des Moines, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Des Moines?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 30–Sep 24) in Des Moines, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Des Moines?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 10–May 1) in Des Moines, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Des Moines?
Transplant outdoors around mid June (Jun 16–Jul 7) in Des Moines, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Des Moines?
Des Moines has roughly 179 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 Des Moines's frost dates.