When to Plant Corn in Rhode Island
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Apr 11 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 7 in Newport and as late as May 1 in Narragansett.
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 |
|---|---|
| Providence | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Warwick | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Cranston | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Pawtucket | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| East Providence | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Woonsocket | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Coventry | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Cumberland | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| North Providence | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| South Kingstown | May 1 – May 15 |
| West Warwick | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Johnston | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| North Kingstown | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Newport | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Bristol | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Smithfield | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Lincoln | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Central Falls | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Westerly | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Portsmouth | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Middletown | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Barrington | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Narragansett | May 1 – May 15 |
| East Greenwich | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Newport East | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Valley Falls | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Warren | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| North Smithfield | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| North Scituate | Apr 25 – May 9 |
Showing the 29 most populous of 29 Rhode Island cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Rhode Island cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Rhode Island?
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Apr 11 – Apr 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 7 in Newport and as late as May 1 in Narragansett.
When is the last frost in Rhode Island?
The average last spring frost in Rhode Island ranges from April 7 in Newport to May 1 in Narragansett, 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 Rhode Island
- 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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