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Can You Grow Leek in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Leeks in West Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on West Virginia'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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Leek in West Virginia?
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Leeks in West Virginia?
Plant Leeks around early April (start indoors Jan 6), harvest Jul 10 – Aug 29.