When to Plant Honeydew Melon in Maryland
State
Maryland
Cities Covered
430
USDA Zones
6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Plant Type
Indoor Start
📅 Planting Calendar for Maryland
Based on Baltimore (Zone 8a). Dates may vary by city.
Note: Maryland spans multiple zones (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a). Select your city below for more precise dates.
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Growing Honeydew Melon in Maryland
Honeydew Melon (Cucumis melo var. inodorus) is a popular garden vegetable in Maryland. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
For most of Maryland, you should start Honeydew Melon seeds indoors around Friday, February 20, 2026, then transplant outdoors around Friday, April 3, 2026.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.