When to plant Potato in Zone 5b
In Zone 5b, Potato: direct sow outdoors around Apr 16–May 14. Expect to harvest around Jul 15–Aug 12.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 16 – May 14 |
| Harvest | Jul 15 – Aug 12 |
Tip: Plant seed potatoes around the last frost and hill soil over the stems as they grow.
Zone 5b averages a last spring frost around Apr 30 and a first fall frost around Oct 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 5b calendar in the tool →