Can You Grow Leek in Indiana?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
Plant zones
Indiana last frost
Indiana first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Leeks in Indiana
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Indiana'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 Indiana
Indiana has a humid continental climate. Northern Indiana is Zone 5a-5b; southern Indiana is warmer at Zone 6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Leek in Indiana?
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
What zone is Indiana?
Indiana spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Leeks in Indiana?
Plant Leeks around early April (start indoors Jan 12), harvest Jul 16 – Sep 4.