When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Milwaukee
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Milwaukee?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 4–Jul 25) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Milwaukee?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 17–Oct 12) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Milwaukee?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 14–May 5) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Milwaukee?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 4–Jul 25) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has roughly 182 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 Milwaukee's frost dates.