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Can You Grow Microgreens in Wisconsin?

US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

1a–11b

Wisconsin last frost

mid-April

Wisconsin first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

7–21 days

When to plant Microgreenses in Wisconsin

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Apr 22 – May 6

Dates are approximate, based on Wisconsin'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 Wisconsin

Wisconsin has a cold humid continental climate. Milwaukee is Zone 5b-6a; northern Wisconsin is Zone 4a-5a. Cold winters but warm productive summers. Known for dairy farming and cold-hardy crops.