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Can You Grow Honeydew in Montana?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Montana last frost
Montana first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Montana
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Montana'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 Montana
Montana has a semi-arid continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 4-5; protected valleys are Zone 5-6. Short but intense growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in Montana?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Montana?
Montana spans USDA Zone 4b (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Montana?
Plant Honeydews around mid-April (start indoors Mar 18), harvest Jul 4 – Aug 3.