When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Providence
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Providence?
Direct-sow around late June (Jun 29–Jul 20) in Providence, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Providence?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 12–Oct 7) in Providence, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Providence?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 31–Apr 21) in Providence, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Providence?
Transplant outdoors around late June (Jun 29–Jul 20) in Providence, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Providence?
Providence has roughly 200 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 Providence's frost dates.