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Can You Grow Honeydew in Oklahoma?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.

Plant zones

4a–11a

Oklahoma last frost

early March

Oklahoma first frost

late November

Days to harvest

80–110 days

When to plant Honeydews in Oklahoma

Start indoors

Feb 7

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 26 – Jun 25

Dates are approximate, based on Oklahoma'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.

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Gardening in Oklahoma

Oklahoma ranges from Zone 6a in the Panhandle to Zone 7b in the southeast. Hot summers and mild winters. Long growing season for warm-season crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Honeydew in Oklahoma?

Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.

What zone is Oklahoma?

Oklahoma spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Honeydews in Oklahoma?

Plant Honeydews around early March (start indoors Feb 7), harvest May 26 – Jun 25.