Minnesota Midget Melon Melon (2026)
Compact vine; early cantaloupe for short seasons.
Which zones grow Minnesota Midget Melon best?
Minnesota Midget Melon is a melon variety rated for zone 4 and warmer (frost-free). In colder zones, start seeds indoors earlier and use a longer-season plan; in very hot zones (9+), pick the cooler fall window. The ZIP tool below gives the exact answer for your neighborhood.
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Growing notes
- Maturity: about 65 days from transplant (longer from seed in cool springs).
- Habit: Bush or trailing habit — compact, container-friendly.
- Season fit: needs roughly 85 frost-free days; check with the ZIP tool above.
- Source data: compiled from public seed catalogs (Seed Savers Exchange). Days-to-maturity vary by climate.
Compare with similar varieties
How Minnesota Midget Melon stacks up against its closest relatives.
| Variety | Days | Type | Habit | Min zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Midget Melon (this) | 65 | cantaloupe | vining | 4+ |
| Sugar Baby Watermelon | 80 | icebox | vining | 4+ |
| Ambrosia Cantaloupe | 86 | cantaloupe | vining | 4+ |
Similar varieties
Sugar Baby Watermelon
80 days · icebox · zone 4+
Ambrosia Cantaloupe
86 days · cantaloupe · zone 4+
Data: USDA 2023 Plant Hardiness Zone Map (PRISM/OSU), NOAA 1991-2020 frost normals, and public seed catalog listings. Always confirm with the seed packet.