When to Plant Potatoes in Indiana
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Evansville and as late as Apr 4 in Auburn.
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 |
|---|---|
| Indianapolis | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Fort Wayne | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Evansville | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| South Bend | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Carmel | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Bloomington | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Hammond | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Gary | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Fishers | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Lafayette | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Muncie | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Terre Haute | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Noblesville | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Kokomo | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Greenwood | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Anderson | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Elkhart | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Mishawaka | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Lawrence | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Jeffersonville | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Columbus | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| West Lafayette | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Portage | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Westfield | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| New Albany | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Richmond | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Merrillville | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Goshen | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Valparaiso | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Michigan City | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 88 Indiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Indiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant potatoes in Indiana?
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Evansville and as late as Apr 4 in Auburn.
When is the last frost in Indiana?
The average last spring frost in Indiana ranges from March 29 in Evansville to May 2 in Auburn, 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 Indiana
- 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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