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Can You Grow Honeydew in South Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
South Carolina last frost
South Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in South Carolina
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South 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 South Carolina
South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in South Carolina?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is South Carolina?
South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Honeydews in South Carolina?
Plant Honeydews around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest May 6 – Jun 5.