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Can You Grow Honeydew in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi'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 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 Honeydew in Mississippi?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Mississippi?
Plant Honeydews around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest May 6 – Jun 5.