When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Henderson
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Henderson?
Direct-sow around early May (May 5–May 26) in Henderson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Henderson?
Expect to harvest from around mid July (Jul 19–Aug 13) in Henderson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Henderson?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 5–Feb 26) in Henderson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Henderson?
Transplant outdoors around early May (May 5–May 26) in Henderson, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Henderson?
Henderson has roughly 305 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 Henderson's frost dates.