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Can You Grow Honeydew in North Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
North Carolina last frost
North Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in North Carolina
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on North Carolina'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 North Carolina
North Carolina spans the mountains (Zone 5b-6a), Piedmont (Zone 7a-7b), and coastal plain (Zone 8a). Long warm seasons support tobacco, sweet potatoes, and a wide range of vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in North Carolina?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is North Carolina?
North Carolina spans USDA Zone 7b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a).
When do you plant Honeydews in North Carolina?
Plant Honeydews around late February (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 19 – Jun 18.