When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Minneapolis
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Minneapolis?
Direct-sow around late June (Jun 25–Jul 16) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Minneapolis?
Expect to harvest from around early September (Sep 8–Oct 3) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Minneapolis?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 11–May 2) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Minneapolis?
Transplant outdoors around late June (Jun 25–Jul 16) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has roughly 180 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 Minneapolis's frost dates.