How to Grow Cantaloupe Iroquois
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis 'Iroquois'
Your complete guide to growing Cantaloupe Iroquois.
📷 Wikipedia: Cucumis meloWhen to Plant Cantaloupe Iroquois
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 Cantaloupe Iroquois
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially improving melon flavor
Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects while reportedly improving melon growth and flavor
Provides natural trellis support and shade while melons act as living mulch
Deters cucumber beetles, aphids, and nematodes that commonly attack melons
Acts as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, drawing them away from melons
Repels cucumber beetles and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture
Repels cucumber beetles and borers while breaking up soil for melon roots
Provides beneficial shade and windbreak, attracts pollinators essential for melon fruit set
✗ Keep away from
Plants like sage and rosemary can inhibit melon growth through allelopathic compounds
Competes for same nutrients and attracts shared pests like cucumber beetles and squash bugs
May stunt melon growth and both plants compete for similar soil nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
