When to plant potato in Utah
Utah spans USDA zones 5b–8b, so the right time to plant potato shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 14 in St. George to May 7 in Heber — below are local dates for 67 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 7b | March 31 | November 8 | March 3 – March 17 |
| West Valley City | 7b | April 8 | October 31 | March 11 – March 25 |
| West Jordan | 7b | April 18 | October 22 | March 21 – April 4 |
| Provo | 7a | April 18 | October 21 | March 21 – April 4 |
| St. George | 8b | March 14 | November 10 | February 14 – February 28 |
| Orem | 7a | April 19 | October 19 | March 22 – April 5 |
| Sandy | 7b | April 29 | October 22 | April 1 – April 15 |
| Ogden | 6b | April 21 | October 23 | March 24 – April 7 |
Potato in Utah: FAQ
When can I plant potato in Utah?
Across Utah, the time to direct-sow potato spans roughly February 14 in St. George to May 7 in Heber, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the potato planting date vary across Utah?
Yes. Utah publishes 67 cities with their own frost dates, so the right potato 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 potato take to grow in Utah?
Potato takes about 70–120 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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