When to Plant Corn in Minnesota
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 30 – May 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 21 in Winona and as late as Jun 5 in Hibbing.
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 |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Saint Paul | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Rochester | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Bloomington | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Duluth | May 14 – May 28 |
| Brooklyn Park | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Plymouth | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Maple Grove | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Woodbury | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Eagan | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Saint Cloud | May 7 – May 21 |
| Eden Prairie | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| West Coon Rapids | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Coon Rapids | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Blaine | May 5 – May 19 |
| Burnsville | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Lakeville | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Minnetonka | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Apple Valley | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Edina | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Minnetonka Mills | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Saint Louis Park | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Moorhead | May 5 – May 19 |
| Mankato | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Maplewood | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Shakopee | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Richfield | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Cottage Grove | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Roseville | Apr 28 – May 12 |
| Inver Grove Heights | Apr 24 – May 8 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 104 Minnesota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Minnesota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Minnesota?
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 30 – May 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 21 in Winona and as late as Jun 5 in Hibbing.
When is the last frost in Minnesota?
The average last spring frost in Minnesota ranges from April 21 in Winona to June 5 in Hibbing, 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 Minnesota
- 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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