When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in Alabama
In a typical Alabama location, plant outdoors Apr 4 – Apr 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Mobile and as late as Apr 20 in Jacksonville.
Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
Sweet Potatoes Planting Dates by City
| City | Plant outdoors |
|---|---|
| Huntsville | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Birmingham | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Montgomery | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Mobile | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Tuscaloosa | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Hoover | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Dothan | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Auburn | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Decatur | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Madison | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Florence | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Phenix City | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Gadsden | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| East Florence | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Prattville | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Vestavia Hills | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Alabaster | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Opelika | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Enterprise | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Bessemer | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Homewood | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Athens | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Daphne | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Northport | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Dixiana | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Pelham | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Prichard | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Anniston | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Albertville | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Oxford | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 72 Alabama cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Alabama cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant sweet potatoes in Alabama?
In a typical Alabama location, plant outdoors Apr 4 – Apr 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 7 in Mobile and as late as Apr 20 in Jacksonville.
When is the last frost in Alabama?
The average last spring frost in Alabama ranges from February 21 in Mobile to April 6 in Jacksonville, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do sweet potatoes take to grow?
Sweet Potatoes typically take 90–120 days from planting to harvest. Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
Other Crops in Alabama
- 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
- Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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