When to plant cassava in South Carolina
South Carolina spans USDA zones 8a–9b, so the right time to plant cassava shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about February 18 in Charleston to May 4 in Gaffney — below are local dates for 63 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 9a | February 4 | December 30 | February 18 – March 4 |
| Columbia | 8b | March 22 | November 15 | April 5 – April 19 |
| North Charleston | 9a | March 7 | November 27 | March 21 – April 4 |
| Mount Pleasant | 9a | March 13 | November 30 | March 27 – April 10 |
| Rock Hill | 8a | March 27 | November 5 | April 10 – April 24 |
| Greenville | 8a | March 28 | November 7 | April 11 – April 25 |
| Summerville | 8b | March 22 | November 12 | April 5 – April 19 |
| Goose Creek | 8b | March 7 | November 27 | March 21 – April 4 |
Cassava in South Carolina: FAQ
When can I plant cassava in South Carolina?
Across South Carolina, the time to transplant cassava spans roughly February 18 in Charleston to May 4 in Gaffney, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cassava planting date vary across South Carolina?
Yes. South Carolina publishes 63 cities with their own frost dates, so the right cassava planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does cassava take to grow in South Carolina?
Cassava takes about 240–300 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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