How to Grow Cantaloup Charentais
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis 'Charentais'
Your complete guide to growing Cantaloup Charentais.
When to Plant Cantaloup Charentais
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | June | July – September | October – August |
| Zone 2 | May – June | July – August | October – September |
| Zone 3 | May | June – August | September – October |
| Zone 4 | April – May | June – July | September – October |
| Zone 5 | April | May – July | September – October |
| Zone 6 | April | May – July | August – October |
| Zone 7 | March – April | May – June | August – September |
| Zone 8 | March | April – June | July – September |
| Zone 9 | February | March – May | June – August |
| Zone 10 | January – February | March – April | June – July |
| Zone 11 | January | February – March | May – June |
| Zone 12 | January | February – March | May – June |
| Zone 13 | January | February – March | May – June |
Companion Plants for Cantaloup Charentais
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids and whiteflies, may improve flavor
Fix nitrogen in soil and don't compete for same root space
Provides natural windbreak and partial shade during hot afternoons
Deters cucumber beetles and aphids that commonly attack melons
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles
Repels various pests including aphids and provides ground cover
Repels cucumber beetles and vine borers, quick harvest before melon vines spread
Attracts beneficial insects and provides shade, roots don't compete heavily
✗ Keep away from
Strong scents from sage or rosemary may inhibit melon pollination
Competes for same nutrients and attracts similar pests like cucumber beetles
May stunt melon growth and competes heavily for soil nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
