How to Save Melon Seeds (Easy Cantaloupe Seed Saving Guide)
About the Author: Jeremy Starke
I've been growing vegetables since I was 12 — over 30 years in the dirt. I share what actually works in my own Zone 6b garden, and what I wish someone had told me when I started.
Zone 6b · North Carolina · Gardening since age 12You will learn a very easy technique on saving your melon seeds. Melon seeds saving ensure that you can grow the same melons as you did for the next year.
Meet Jeremy Starke
I've been growing vegetables since I was 12 — over 30 years in the dirt. I share what actually works in my own Zone 6b garden, and what I wish someone had told me when I started.
Zone 6b · North Carolina · Gardening since age 12 Read My Story →Frequently Asked Questions
How do you save melon seeds?
Scoop seeds from a fully ripe melon, rinse off the pulp, and spread them to dry for a week or two. Store the fully dried seeds in a cool, dry place.
Can you save seeds from store-bought cantaloupe?
You can, but many store melons are hybrids, so the seeds may not grow true to the parent. Open-pollinated or heirloom melons give reliable results.
How long do melon seeds last?
Properly dried and stored, melon seeds stay viable for about 4 to 5 years. Keep them dry and cool to preserve germination.
