When to Plant Potatoes in Delaware
In a typical Delaware location, sow outdoors Mar 10 – Mar 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 2 in Claymont and as late as Mar 22 in Hockessin.
Plant seed potatoes 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked and is above 45F; light frost on emerging foliage is usually tolerated.
Potatoes Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Wilmington | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Dover | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Newark | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Middletown | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Bear | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Brookside | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Glasgow | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Hockessin | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Smyrna | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Pike Creek Valley | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Milford | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Claymont | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| North Star | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Pike Creek | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Wilmington Manor | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Seaford | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Georgetown | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Elsmere | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Edgemoor | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| New Castle | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Delaware cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Delaware cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant potatoes in Delaware?
In a typical Delaware location, sow outdoors Mar 10 – Mar 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 2 in Claymont and as late as Mar 22 in Hockessin.
When is the last frost in Delaware?
The average last spring frost in Delaware ranges from March 30 in Claymont to April 19 in Hockessin, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do potatoes take to grow?
Potatoes typically take 70–120 days from planting to harvest. Plant seed potatoes 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked and is above 45F; light frost on emerging foliage is usually tolerated.
Other Crops in Delaware
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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