When to Plant Potatoes in Zone 8
In USDA zone 8a, plant outdoors March 18 to June 16, and expect your first harvest around June 16. (8a shown here — see 8a and 8b dates separately below.)
Potatoes planting calendar for USDA Zone 8a
Average last spring frost
April 1
Average first fall frost
November 10
Direct sow
Mar 18
Projected first harvest
Jun 16
Most potatoes mature in about 70 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 223 frost-free days in zone 8a.
Potatoes planting calendar for USDA Zone 8b
Average last spring frost
March 20
Average first fall frost
November 20
Direct sow
Mar 6
Projected first harvest
Jun 4
Most potatoes mature in about 70 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 245 frost-free days in zone 8b.
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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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