When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Stockton
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Stockton?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Stockton, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Stockton?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 22–Sep 16) in Stockton, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Stockton?
Start seeds indoors around mid February (Feb 19–Mar 12) in Stockton, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Stockton?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Stockton, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
How long is the growing season in Stockton?
Stockton has roughly 284 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 Stockton's frost dates.