When to Plant Cantaloupe in Zone 4
Cucumis melo
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 4 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Apr 12
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
May 31
After last frost (May 10)
First Harvest
Aug 21
75–90 days after planting
Season Ends
Sep 22
Before first frost (Sep 25)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
36 inches apart
Planting Depth
1.0 inch
Min Soil Temp
65°F
Germination
4–10 days
Days to Maturity
75–90 days
Frost Tolerance
No frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–6.8
Difficulty
Moderate
Recommended for Zone 4
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Cantaloupe Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 4 | Apr 12 | May 31 | — | Aug 21 | Sep 22 |
| Zone 5 | Apr 2 | May 21 | — | Aug 11 | Sep 25 |
| Zone 6 | Mar 18 | May 6 | — | Jul 27 | Sep 10 |
| Zone 7 | Mar 8 | Apr 26 | — | Jul 17 | Aug 31 |
| Zone 8 | Feb 20 | Apr 10 | — | Jul 1 | Aug 15 |
| Zone 9 | Jan 31 | Mar 21 | — | Jun 11 | Jul 26 |
| Zone 10 | Jan 13 | Mar 3 | — | May 24 | Jul 8 |
| Zone 11 | Dec 18 | Feb 5 | — | Apr 28 | Jun 12 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.