How to Grow Orange Flesh Honeydew
Cucumis melo var. inodorus 'Orange Flesh'
Your complete guide to growing Orange Flesh Honeydew.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Orange Flesh Honeydew
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | June | July – September | November – August |
| Zone 2 | May – June | July – August | November – September |
| Zone 3 | May | June – August | October |
| Zone 4 | April – May | June – July | October |
| Zone 5 | April | May – July | September – October |
| Zone 6 | April | May – July | September – November |
| Zone 7 | March – April | May – June | September – October |
| Zone 8 | March | April – June | August – October |
| Zone 9 | February | March – May | July – September |
| Zone 10 | January – February | March – April | July – August |
| Zone 11 | January | February – March | June – July |
| Zone 12 | January | February – March | June – July |
| Zone 13 | January | February – March | June – July |
Companion Plants for Orange Flesh Honeydew
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, thrips, and other pests that damage melons
Fix nitrogen in soil to benefit heavy-feeding melons
Provides natural wind protection and vertical space utilization
Deter cucumber beetles and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Act as trap crops for cucumber beetles and squash bugs
Repels aphids and cucumber beetles with strong aromatic compounds
Repel cucumber beetles and improve soil structure when decomposed
Attract beneficial insects and provide shade during hot weather
✗ Keep away from
Sage and rosemary can inhibit growth through competitive root systems
Competes for nutrients and attracts similar pests like cucumber beetles
Produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit melon growth and development
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
