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Can You Grow Honeydew in Maine?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Maine last frost
Maine first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Maine
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Maine'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 Maine
Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in Maine?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Maine?
Maine spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Maine?
Plant Honeydews around mid-April (start indoors Mar 18), harvest Jul 4 – Aug 3.