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Can You Grow Leek in Utah?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Utah last frost

early April

Utah first frost

late October

Days to harvest

100–150 days

When to plant Leeks in Utah

Start indoors

Jan 6

Transplant

Apr 1

Harvest

Jul 10 – Aug 29

Dates are approximate, based on Utah'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.

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Gardening in Utah

Utah has an arid continental climate. Salt Lake City is Zone 6b-7a; southern Utah is Zone 7-8; mountains are Zone 4-5. Low humidity and alkaline soils require irrigation and soil amendment.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Leek in Utah?

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

What zone is Utah?

Utah spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).

When do you plant Leeks in Utah?

Plant Leeks around early April (start indoors Jan 6), harvest Jul 10 – Aug 29.