When to Plant Corn in Tennessee
In a typical Tennessee location, sow outdoors Apr 6 – Apr 20. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 16 in New South Memphis and as late as Apr 21 in Bristol.
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 |
|---|---|
| Nashville | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| New South Memphis | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Memphis | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Knoxville | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Chattanooga | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Clarksville | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Murfreesboro | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| East Chattanooga | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Franklin | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Cordova | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Jackson | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Johnson City | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Bartlett | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Hendersonville | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Kingsport | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Collierville | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Smyrna | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Cleveland | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Brentwood | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Germantown | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Hermitage | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Columbia | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Spring Hill | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| La Vergne | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Gallatin | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Cookeville | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Mount Juliet | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Lebanon | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Morristown | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Oak Ridge | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 70 Tennessee cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Tennessee cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in Tennessee?
In a typical Tennessee location, sow outdoors Apr 6 – Apr 20. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 16 in New South Memphis and as late as Apr 21 in Bristol.
When is the last frost in Tennessee?
The average last spring frost in Tennessee ranges from March 16 in New South Memphis to April 21 in Bristol, 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 Tennessee
- 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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