When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Missoula
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Missoula?
Direct-sow around late July (Jul 27–Aug 17) in Missoula, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Missoula?
Expect to harvest from around early October (Oct 10–Nov 4) in Missoula, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Missoula?
Start seeds indoors around early May (May 5–May 26) in Missoula, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Missoula?
Transplant outdoors around late July (Jul 27–Aug 17) in Missoula, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Missoula?
Missoula has roughly 138 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 Missoula's frost dates.