When to Plant Taro in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, plant outdoors April 29 to November 15, and expect your first harvest around November 15. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Taro planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Direct sow
Apr 29
Projected first harvest
Nov 15
Taro is ready to harvest in about 200 days, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Taro planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Direct sow
Apr 24
Projected first harvest
Nov 10
Taro is ready to harvest in about 200 days, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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