When to Plant Potatoes in Kansas
In a typical Kansas location, sow outdoors Mar 16 – Mar 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Kansas City and as late as Mar 31 in Garden City.
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 |
|---|---|
| Wichita | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Overland Park | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Kansas City | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Olathe | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Topeka | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Lawrence | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Shawnee | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Manhattan | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Lenexa | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Salina | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Hutchinson | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Leavenworth | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Leawood | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Dodge City | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Garden City | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Emporia | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Junction City | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Derby | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Prairie Village | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Hays | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Gardner | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Liberal | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Pittsburg | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Newton | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Great Bend | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| McPherson | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| El Dorado | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Andover | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Ottawa | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Winfield | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 40 Kansas cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Kansas cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant potatoes in Kansas?
In a typical Kansas location, sow outdoors Mar 16 – Mar 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Kansas City and as late as Mar 31 in Garden City.
When is the last frost in Kansas?
The average last spring frost in Kansas ranges from April 4 in Kansas City to April 28 in Garden City, 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 Kansas
- 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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