Can You Grow Leek in Georgia?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
Plant zones
Georgia last frost
Georgia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Leeks in Georgia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
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.
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.
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.