When to Plant Corn in Indiana
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Apr 22 – May 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 29 in Evansville and as late as May 2 in Auburn.
Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Corn Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Indianapolis | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Fort Wayne | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Evansville | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| South Bend | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Carmel | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Bloomington | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Hammond | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Gary | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Fishers | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Lafayette | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Muncie | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Terre Haute | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Noblesville | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Kokomo | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Greenwood | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Anderson | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Elkhart | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Mishawaka | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Lawrence | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Jeffersonville | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Columbus | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| West Lafayette | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Portage | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Westfield | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| New Albany | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Richmond | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Merrillville | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Goshen | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Valparaiso | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Michigan City | Apr 19 – May 3 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 88 Indiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Indiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Indiana?
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Apr 22 – May 6. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 29 in Evansville and as late as May 2 in Auburn.
When is the last frost in Indiana?
The average last spring frost in Indiana ranges from March 29 in Evansville to May 2 in Auburn, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do corn take to grow?
Corn typically take 60–100 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow at last frost to 2 weeks after, once soil reaches 60F; does not transplant well. Succession sow every 2 weeks.
Other Crops in Indiana
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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