How to Grow Sprite Melon
Cucumis melo var. inodorus 'Sprite'
Your complete guide to growing Sprite Melon.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Sprite Melon
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 Sprite Melon
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, thrips, and mosquitoes while potentially improving melon flavor
Fix nitrogen in soil and don't compete heavily for nutrients melons need
Provides wind protection and partial shade during hot afternoons
Deters nematodes, aphids, and cucumber beetles that commonly attack melons
Acts as trap crop for cucumber beetles and aphids, protecting melons
Repels ants and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Repels cucumber beetles and squash bugs while loosening soil for melon roots
Provides natural trellis support and attracts beneficial pollinators
✗ Keep away from
Strong herbs like sage can inhibit melon germination and growth
Competes for similar nutrients and space, shares common pests and diseases
Heavy feeder that competes for nutrients and may stunt melon growth
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
