When to plant Potato in Zone 1b
In Zone 1b, Potato: direct sow outdoors around May 27–Jun 24. Expect to harvest around Aug 25–Sep 22.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 27 – Jun 24 |
| Harvest | Aug 25 – Sep 22 |
Tip: Plant seed potatoes around the last frost and hill soil over the stems as they grow.
Zone 1b averages a last spring frost around Jun 10 and a first fall frost around Aug 20. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 1b calendar in the tool →