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Can You Grow Leek in Minnesota?

US · USDA Zone 4a · zones 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Minnesota last frost

late April

Minnesota first frost

early October

Days to harvest

100–150 days

When to plant Leeks in Minnesota

Start indoors

Jan 30

Transplant

Apr 25

Harvest

Aug 3 – Sep 22

Dates are approximate, based on Minnesota'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 Minnesota

Minnesota has a cold humid continental climate. The Twin Cities are Zone 4b-5a; northern Minnesota reaches Zone 2b-3a. Cold winters but warm productive summers.

See what grows well in Minnesota →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Leek in Minnesota?

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

What zone is Minnesota?

Minnesota spans USDA Zone 4a (2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).

When do you plant Leeks in Minnesota?

Plant Leeks around late April (start indoors Jan 30), harvest Aug 3 – Sep 22.