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Can You Grow Microgreens in Kansas?

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

Grows well here

Microgreens grow indoors here regardless of outdoor conditions — they are a year-round indoor crop.

Plant zones

1a–11b

Kansas last frost

early April

Kansas first frost

late October

Days to harvest

7–21 days

When to plant Microgreenses in Kansas

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

Apr 8 – Apr 22

Dates are approximate, based on Kansas's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Microgreens

Microgreens grow indoors in any zone any climate — they need no garden just a tray some soil and light.

Sow seeds densely in a shallow tray with seed-starting mix. Keep moist and bright or under a grow light. Harvest with scissors just above soil level when first true leaves appear.

Full microgreens growing guide →

Gardening in Kansas

Kansas spans from Zone 5a in the northwest to Zone 6b in the southeast. Hot summers and cold winters define the climate. Excellent for wheat, sunflowers, and warm-season vegetables.