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Can You Grow Honeydew in Idaho?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Idaho last frost
Idaho first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Idaho
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Idaho'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.
Gardening in Idaho
Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in Idaho?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Idaho?
Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Idaho?
Plant Honeydews around mid-March (start indoors Feb 14), harvest Jun 3 – Jul 3.