When to Plant Corn in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 20 – May 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 12 in Huntington and as late as May 6 in Beckley.
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 |
|---|---|
| Huntington | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Charleston | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Parkersburg | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Morgantown | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Wheeling | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Weirton Heights | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Weirton | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Fairmont | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Martinsburg | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Beckley | May 6 – May 20 |
| Clarksburg | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Teays Valley | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| South Charleston | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Saint Albans | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Vienna | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Bluefield | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Cross Lanes | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Moundsville | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Bridgeport | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Oak Hill | Apr 21 – May 5 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant corn in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 20 – May 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 12 in Huntington and as late as May 6 in Beckley.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, 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 West Virginia
- 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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