When to plant Potato in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Potato: direct sow outdoors around Feb 14–Mar 14. Expect to harvest around May 15–Jun 12.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 14 – Mar 14 |
| Harvest | May 15 – Jun 12 |
Tip: Plant seed potatoes around the last frost and hill soil over the stems as they grow.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9a calendar in the tool →