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Can You Grow Potato in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Potatoes need a frost-free season of at least 70 days — challenging in very cold zones.

Plant zones

3a–10b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Potatoes in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Aug 24 – Oct 13

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

About Potato

Potatoes are one of the most calorie-dense garden crops and can be grown in bags barrels or garden beds.

Plant certified seed potatoes after last frost. Hill soil up around stems as they grow to increase yield. Harvest after plants die back. Never eat green potatoes — solanine is toxic.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Potato in Northwest Territories?

Potatoes need a frost-free season of at least 70 days — challenging in very cold zones.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Potatoes in Northwest Territories?

Plant Potatoes Jun 15, harvest Aug 24 – Oct 13.