When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Lexington
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Lexington?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 7–Jun 28) in Lexington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Lexington?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 21–Sep 15) in Lexington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Lexington?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 9–Apr 30) in Lexington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Lexington?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 7–Jun 28) in Lexington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Lexington?
Lexington has roughly 196 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 Lexington's frost dates.