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