When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in Worcester
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Worcester?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 6–Jul 27) in Worcester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in Worcester?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 19–Oct 14) in Worcester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in Worcester?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 9–Apr 30) in Worcester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in Worcester?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 6–Jul 27) in Worcester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
How long is the growing season in Worcester?
Worcester has roughly 180 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 Worcester's frost dates.