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Can You Grow Honeydew in New Mexico?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
New Mexico last frost
New Mexico first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in New Mexico
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Mexico'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 New Mexico
New Mexico has an arid continental climate. Albuquerque is Zone 7a; Santa Fe is Zone 6b; southern desert areas are Zone 8a-9a. Low humidity means dramatic temperature swings.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in New Mexico?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is New Mexico?
New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Honeydews in New Mexico?
Plant Honeydews around late February (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 19 – Jun 18.