Can You Grow Leek in Nevada?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
Plant zones
Nevada last frost
Nevada first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Leeks in Nevada
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Nevada'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 Nevada
Nevada has an arid continental climate. Las Vegas is Zone 9a-9b; Reno is Zone 6b-7a; mountain areas are Zone 4-5. Low humidity means cool nights even in summer.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Leek in Nevada?
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
What zone is Nevada?
Nevada spans USDA Zone 7a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Leeks in Nevada?
Plant Leeks around early March (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Jun 15 – Aug 4.