According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, you can take a chance and plant potatoes 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost date in northern regions. These crops will mature earlier in the season, but there is more risk of late spring frosts damaging or killing the plants when they emerge.
How late can potatoes be planted?
Potatoes are not hardy plants, so in general they are planted in spring from mid March to late April and can be harvested anywhere between June and October. In milder regions potatoes may be planted earlier than in colder regions.
Can potatoes be planted in July?
Winter seed potatoes are essentially selected early varieties that have been kept at low temperatures to prevent them sprouting; the potatoes are planted in July for digging in late Autumn or left in the ground until Christmas.
Can you plant potatoes in August?
Typically, potatoes are planted in March for harvesting throughout the summer and autumn months. But they can also be planted in August or September so that you can enjoy new potatoes around Christmas.
What is the best month to plant potatoes?
The best time when to plant potatoes is in early spring. Planting potatoes two to three weeks before your last frost date will produce the most satisfactory results.
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