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Can You Grow Honeydew in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Honeydews in West Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on West 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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Honeydew in West Virginia?
Honeydew grows well here with a long warm summer and plenty of sun.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Honeydews in West Virginia?
Plant Honeydews around early April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 20 – Jul 20.