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When to Plant Leeks in Zone 10

In USDA zone 10a, plant outdoors August 1 to March 29, and expect your first harvest around March 29. (10a shown here — see 10a and 10b dates separately below.)

Leeks planting calendar for USDA Zone 10a

Average last spring frost

January 30

Average first fall frost

December 30

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Direct sow

Aug 1

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Projected first harvest

Mar 29

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🌱 Start indoors🌿 Growing outside🌾 HarvestTodayZone 10a (approximate)

Most leeks mature in about 130 to 240 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10a.

Leeks planting calendar for USDA Zone 10b

Average last spring frost

January 30

Average first fall frost

December 30

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Direct sow

Aug 1

🌾

Projected first harvest

Mar 29

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🌱 Start indoors🌿 Growing outside🌾 HarvestTodayZone 10b (approximate)

Most leeks mature in about 130 to 240 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10b.

Not sure whether you're in 10a or 10b? Set your ZIP in HomeSown for dates tuned to your exact location.

Varieties to grow

2 varieties of leeks in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.

Common problems with leeks

What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each

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