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Mango Melon · Melon

Zone 9b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostFeb 9th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 19th
Harvest EndsDec 9th

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)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: If you want earlier pickling fruit, start seedlings in peat/cowpots and transplant only after soil is warm—minimize root disturbance to avoid stunting.