When to plant new zealand spinach in Georgia
Georgia spans USDA zones 8a–9a, so the right time to plant new zealand spinach shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 15 in Brunswick to April 18 in Cartersville — below are local dates for 112 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 8a | March 24 | November 8 | March 31 – April 14 |
| Columbus | 8b | March 21 | November 11 | March 28 – April 11 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | 8b | March 23 | November 9 | March 30 – April 13 |
| Macon-Bibb County | 8b | March 21 | November 10 | March 28 – April 11 |
| Savannah | 9a | March 2 | November 30 | March 9 – March 23 |
| Athens-Clarke County | 8b | March 23 | November 10 | March 30 – April 13 |
| South Fulton | 8a | March 15 | November 20 | March 22 – April 5 |
| Sandy Springs | 8a | March 25 | November 9 | April 1 – April 15 |
New Zealand Spinach in Georgia: FAQ
When can I plant new zealand spinach in Georgia?
Across Georgia, the time to direct-sow new zealand spinach spans roughly February 15 in Brunswick to April 18 in Cartersville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the new zealand spinach planting date vary across Georgia?
Yes. Georgia publishes 112 cities with their own frost dates, so the right new zealand spinach 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 new zealand spinach take to grow in Georgia?
New Zealand Spinach takes about 55–70 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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