When to Plant Potatoes in Zone 5
In USDA zone 5a, plant outdoors April 21 to July 20, and expect your first harvest around July 20. (5a shown here — see 5a and 5b dates separately below.)
Potatoes planting calendar for USDA Zone 5a
Average last spring frost
May 5
Average first fall frost
October 1
Direct sow
Apr 21
Projected first harvest
Jul 20
Most potatoes mature in about 70 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 149 frost-free days in zone 5a.
Potatoes planting calendar for USDA Zone 5b
Average last spring frost
April 30
Average first fall frost
October 5
Direct sow
Apr 16
Projected first harvest
Jul 15
Most potatoes mature in about 70 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 158 frost-free days in zone 5b.
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Varieties to grow
10 varieties of potatoes in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with potatoes
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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