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Can You Grow Honeydew in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Canada · Canadian Zone 4 · zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Grows well here

Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.

Plant zones

4a–11a

Newfoundland and Labrador last frost

early May

Newfoundland and Labrador first frost

early October

Days to harvest

80–110 days

When to plant Honeydews in Newfoundland and Labrador

Start indoors

Apr 3

Transplant

May 1

Harvest

Jul 20 – Aug 19

Dates are approximate, based on Newfoundland and Labrador's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Honeydew

Honeydew melons are smooth-skinned, pale-fleshed, and intensely sweet when ripened in real summer heat. A bit slower than cantaloupe but worth the wait.

Start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Thin to 24 inches. Harvest when the blossom end yields slightly to pressure and the melon smells sweet.

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Gardening in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland has a subarctic to cool maritime climate. The island is Zone 4b-5b near the coast; Labrador is Zone 1-3. Short growing seasons but excellent for cold-hardy crops, root vegetables, and berries.

See what grows well in Newfoundland and Labrador →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Honeydew in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.

What zone is Newfoundland and Labrador?

Newfoundland and Labrador spans Canadian Zone 4 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5).

When do you plant Honeydews in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Plant Honeydews around early May (start indoors Apr 3), harvest Jul 20 – Aug 19.