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Ananas · Muskmelon

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 25th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 8th
Harvest BeginsJul 2nd
Harvest EndsNov 5th

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 Maturity85
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: Because this is a cucurbit, start seedlings in individual containers (or direct-sow) to minimize root disturbance, and transplant only when nights are reliably warm.