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Can You Grow Honeydew in South Dakota?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
South Dakota last frost
South Dakota first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in South Dakota
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South Dakota'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 Dakota
South Dakota has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Eastern South Dakota is Zone 4b-5a; western South Dakota is colder. Short growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in South Dakota?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is South Dakota?
South Dakota spans USDA Zone 4b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Honeydews in South Dakota?
Plant Honeydews around mid-April (start indoors Mar 18), harvest Jul 4 – Aug 3.