When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in New York City
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in New York City?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 10–Jul 1) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in New York City?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 24–Sep 18) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in New York City?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 20–Apr 10) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in New York City?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 10–Jul 1) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in New York City?
New York City has roughly 234 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 New York City's frost dates.