When to Plant Corn in Louisiana
In a typical Louisiana location, sow outdoors Feb 18 – Mar 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 24 in Metairie and as late as Mar 17 in Minden.
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 |
|---|---|
| New Orleans | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Baton Rouge | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Shreveport | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Metairie | Jan 24 – Feb 7 |
| Lafayette | Feb 13 – Feb 27 |
| Lake Charles | Feb 14 – Feb 28 |
| Bossier City | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Kenner | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Monroe | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Alexandria | Feb 27 – Mar 13 |
| Houma | Feb 5 – Feb 19 |
| Marrero | Jan 24 – Feb 7 |
| New Iberia | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Laplace | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Central | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Slidell | Feb 24 – Mar 10 |
| Prairieville | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Terrytown | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Ruston | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Hammond | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Harvey | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Sulphur | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Bayou Cane | Feb 5 – Feb 19 |
| Shenandoah | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Natchitoches | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Gretna | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Chalmette | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Opelousas | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Zachary | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Estelle | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 66 Louisiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Louisiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Louisiana?
In a typical Louisiana location, sow outdoors Feb 18 – Mar 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 24 in Metairie and as late as Mar 17 in Minden.
When is the last frost in Louisiana?
The average last spring frost in Louisiana ranges from January 24 in Metairie to March 17 in Minden, 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 Louisiana
- 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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