When to plant melon (cantaloupe) in zone 4
In USDA zone 4, the last spring frost usually falls between May 1 and May 20. Sow or plant melon (cantaloupe) around Jun 3 to Jul 3. Expect to harvest around Sep 2 to Sep 15.
Zone 4 dates for melon (cantaloupe)
| Sow or plant outside | Jun 3 to Jul 3 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Sep 2 to Sep 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | May 1 to May 20 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Sep 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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