When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in North Carolina
In a typical North Carolina location, plant outdoors Apr 14 – Apr 28. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 1 in Morehead City and as late as May 16 in Boone.
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 |
|---|---|
| Charlotte | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Raleigh | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Greensboro | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Durham | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Winston-Salem | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Fayetteville | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Cary | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Wilmington | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| High Point | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Asheville | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Greenville | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Concord | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Gastonia | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Jacksonville | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Chapel Hill | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Rocky Mount | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Huntersville | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Burlington | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Wilson | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Kannapolis | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Apex | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Hickory | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Wake Forest | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Indian Trail | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Mooresville | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Goldsboro | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Monroe | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Salisbury | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Holly Springs | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Matthews | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 95 North Carolina cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Carolina cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant sweet potatoes in North Carolina?
In a typical North Carolina location, plant outdoors Apr 14 – Apr 28. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 1 in Morehead City and as late as May 16 in Boone.
When is the last frost in North Carolina?
The average last spring frost in North Carolina ranges from March 18 in Morehead City to May 2 in Boone, 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 North Carolina
- 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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