When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in South Carolina
In a typical South Carolina location, plant outdoors Apr 5 – Apr 19. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 18 in Charleston and as late as May 4 in Gaffney.
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 |
|---|---|
| Columbia | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Charleston | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| North Charleston | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Mount Pleasant | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Rock Hill | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Greenville | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Summerville | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Sumter | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Goose Creek | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Hilton Head Island | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Florence | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Spartanburg | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Hilton Head | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Myrtle Beach | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Aiken | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Greer | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Anderson | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Mauldin | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Greenwood | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| North Augusta | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Taylors | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Saint Andrews | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Conway | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Easley | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Simpsonville | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Wade Hampton | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Lexington | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Socastee | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Hanahan | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Bluffton | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 58 South Carolina cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all South Carolina cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant sweet potatoes in South Carolina?
In a typical South Carolina location, plant outdoors Apr 5 – Apr 19. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 18 in Charleston and as late as May 4 in Gaffney.
When is the last frost in South Carolina?
The average last spring frost in South Carolina ranges from February 4 in Charleston to April 20 in Gaffney, 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 South 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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