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Can You Grow Cantaloupe in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Cantaloupe grows well here — it loves heat and full sun and will reward you with sweet fruit.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cantaloupes in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi'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 Mississippi
Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Two growing seasons are achievable most years. Excellent for sweet potatoes, okra, and southern vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cantaloupe in Mississippi?
Cantaloupe grows well here — it loves heat and full sun and will reward you with sweet fruit.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Cantaloupes in Mississippi?
Plant Cantaloupes around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest Apr 26 – May 26.