How to Grow Honeydew Melon From Seed

How long does honeydew take to grow?

Honeydew needs a long, warm season, ripening in about 90 to 100 days from transplant. Give it your longest warm stretch, start seeds indoors 3 to 4 weeks early in cooler regions, and be patient, since honeydew rewards the wait with exceptional sweetness.

What does honeydew look like and taste like?

Honeydew has a smooth, pale creamy-white to green rind with no netting, growing into round melons of about 4 to 6 pounds. Inside is pale green, juicy flesh that is mild, refreshing, and sweeter than almost any other melon when fully ripe.

How do I know when honeydew is ripe?

Honeydew does not slip from the vine, so judge it by the rind: it turns from green to a creamy pale yellow-white, develops a slightly waxy or tacky feel, and the blossom end softens and gives gently when pressed. A sweet aroma and full color are the best signs it is ready.

Any tips for growing sweet honeydew?

Honeydew sweetness depends on heat and a dry finish. Grow in full sun on warm, rich soil, water steadily while the fruit sizes up, then ease off in the last week or two so the sugars concentrate. In cooler climates, grow on black plastic to bank heat and choose your warmest spot.