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Can You Grow Leek in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

100–150 days

When to plant Leeks in Georgia

Start indoors

Jan 1

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

May 26 – Jul 15

Dates are approximate, based on Georgia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Leek

Leeks are cold-hardy slow-growing vegetables that can be harvested well into autumn and even winter.

Start indoors in late winter — leeks need a very long season. Transplant deeply to blanch stems. Harvest after first frosts — cold improves flavour. Very cold-hardy surviving to -10°C.

Full leek growing guide →

Gardening in Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.

See what grows well in Georgia →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Leek in Georgia?

Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.

What zone is Georgia?

Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Leeks in Georgia?

Plant Leeks around mid-February (start indoors Jan 1), harvest May 26 – Jul 15.