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Can You Grow Honeydew in Oregon?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Oregon last frost
Oregon first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Oregon
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Oregon'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 Oregon
Oregon has dramatically different climates west and east of the Cascades. The Willamette Valley is mild and productive year-round (Zone 8a-8b); eastern Oregon is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6).
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in Oregon?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Oregon?
Oregon spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Oregon?
Plant Honeydews around late January (start indoors Jan 2), harvest Apr 20 – May 20.