What Can Grow in Auburn, ME

Auburn across the river from Lewiston shares the river valley's productive growing conditions.

Auburn, ME is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The growing season lasts about 140 days, with last frost around May 3 and first fall frost around October 18. Top crops include tomatoes, kale, potatoes.

5aUSDA Zone
140 daysFrost-Free
May 3Last Frost
October 18First Frost
🌱 What Grows in Auburn
tomatoeskalepotatoesbeetscarrotsbroccoli
💡 Planting Tips

River valley location. Similar to Lewiston. Good for potato growing in rich soil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Auburn, ME is in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5a. Auburn across the river from Lewiston shares the river valley's productive growing conditions.

The average last spring frost in Auburn is around May 3. The first fall frost typically arrives around October 18, giving a frost-free growing season of approximately 140 days.

Auburn's Zone 5a climate supports growing tomatoes, kale, potatoes, beets, carrots, broccoli. River valley location. Similar to Lewiston. Good for potato growing in rich soil.

In Auburn, start with cool-season crops like lettuce, spinach, and broccoli a few weeks before the last frost date of May 3. Warm-season crops like tomatoes and peppers should go in after all frost risk has passed.