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Pineapple Melon · Melon

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 29th
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 13th
Harvest BeginsAug 11th
Harvest EndsSep 27th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 12 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: For Pineapple melon, warm soil is the key—use row cover or black plastic mulch if nights are cool to keep growth steady.