When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in Kansas
In a typical Kansas location, plant outdoors Apr 27 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 18 in Kansas City and as late as May 12 in Garden City.
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 |
|---|---|
| Wichita | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Overland Park | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Kansas City | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Olathe | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Topeka | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Lawrence | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Shawnee | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Manhattan | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Lenexa | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Salina | May 2 – May 16 |
| Hutchinson | May 2 – May 16 |
| Leavenworth | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Leawood | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Dodge City | May 5 – May 19 |
| Garden City | May 12 – May 26 |
| Emporia | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Junction City | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Derby | Apr 28 – May 12 |
| Prairie Village | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Hays | May 3 – May 17 |
| Gardner | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Liberal | May 4 – May 18 |
| Pittsburg | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Newton | Apr 28 – May 12 |
| Great Bend | May 8 – May 22 |
| McPherson | May 2 – May 16 |
| El Dorado | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Andover | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Ottawa | May 2 – May 16 |
| Winfield | Apr 30 – May 14 |
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 sweet potatoes in Kansas?
In a typical Kansas location, plant outdoors Apr 27 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 18 in Kansas City and as late as May 12 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 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 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
- Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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