In the fridge: 2 weeks · In the freezer: 1 month
| Where | Counted from | How long |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry (Until Ripe, then 7 days. Ripe is when this item is tender, fully developed and ready to eat.) | By the date on the package | When ripe |
| Refrigerator | From purchase | 2 weeks |
| Refrigerator | After opening | 2–4 days |
| Freezer (Freezing guidance applies to balled melon.) | By the date on the package | 1 month |
Source: the USDA's FoodKeeper (USDA FSIS), open data. The times are for quality and safety in a refrigerator at 4°C (40°F) or below and a freezer at -18°C (0°F); if something looks or smells spoiled, throw it out.
