When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Richmond
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Richmond?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 4–Jun 25) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Richmond?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 18–Sep 12) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Richmond?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 22–Apr 12) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Richmond?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 4–Jun 25) in Richmond, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
How long is the growing season in Richmond?
Richmond has roughly 217 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 Richmond's frost dates.