When to Plant Potatoes in Massachusetts
In a typical Massachusetts location, sow outdoors Mar 28 – Apr 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Boston and as late as Apr 12 in North Adams.
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 |
|---|---|
| Boston | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Worcester | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Springfield | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Lowell | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Cambridge | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| New Bedford | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Dorchester | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Brockton | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Fall River | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Quincy | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Lynn | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Newton | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Somerville | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Lawrence | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Framingham | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Framingham Center | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Waltham | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Haverhill | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Malden | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Brookline | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Medford | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Taunton | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Chicopee | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| North Chicopee | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Weymouth | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Revere | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Peabody | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Methuen | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| South Peabody | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Barnstable | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 183 Massachusetts cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Massachusetts cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant potatoes in Massachusetts?
In a typical Massachusetts location, sow outdoors Mar 28 – Apr 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Boston and as late as Apr 12 in North Adams.
When is the last frost in Massachusetts?
The average last spring frost in Massachusetts ranges from April 4 in Boston to May 10 in North Adams, 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 Massachusetts
- 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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