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Can You Grow Honeydew in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Virginia'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 Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in Virginia?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Honeydews in Virginia?
Plant Honeydews around early March (start indoors Feb 7), harvest May 26 – Jun 25.