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Sprite Melon · Melon

Zone 6b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMay 9th
Last FrostApr 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 23rd
Harvest BeginsAug 1st
Harvest EndsOct 16th

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 Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: Warm the soil well and keep seedlings protected at transplanting—Asian melons dislike cold and will stall in chilly ground.