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Can You Grow Cantaloupe in Georgia?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Cantaloupe grows well here — it loves heat and full sun and will reward you with sweet fruit.
Plant zones
Georgia last frost
Georgia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cantaloupes in Georgia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Georgia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cantaloupe
Cantaloupe (muskmelon) is a sweet, fragrant summer melon that needs real heat and full sun to develop its sugar. Slip off the vine when ripe.
Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost in warm soil. Thin to 18-24 inches. Harvest when the melon slips easily from the vine with light pressure.
Gardening in Georgia
Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cantaloupe in Georgia?
Cantaloupe grows well here — it loves heat and full sun and will reward you with sweet fruit.
What zone is Georgia?
Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Cantaloupes in Georgia?
Plant Cantaloupes around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest Apr 26 – May 26.