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Can You Grow Watermelon in Nevada?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a

Grows well here

Watermelons thrive here — they love the long warm season your zone provides.

Plant zones

4b–11b

Nevada last frost

early March

Nevada first frost

late November

Days to harvest

70–90 days

When to plant Watermelons in Nevada

Start indoors

Feb 7

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 16 – Jun 5

Dates are approximate, based on Nevada's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Watermelon

Watermelons love heat space and sun — they are a rewarding crop but need a long warm season.

Start indoors 4 weeks before last frost. Transplant carefully — watermelons hate root disturbance. Give them maximum space. Use black plastic mulch to warm soil. Choose icebox varieties for containers.

Full watermelon growing guide →

Gardening in Nevada

Nevada has an arid continental climate. Las Vegas is Zone 9a-9b; Reno is Zone 6b-7a; mountain areas are Zone 4-5. Low humidity means cool nights even in summer.