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Can You Grow Potato in Kansas?

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

Grows well here

Potatoes grow well here — plant after last frost and expect a harvest in 70-120 days.

Plant zones

3a–10b

Kansas last frost

early April

Kansas first frost

late October

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Potatoes in Kansas

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 10 – Jul 30

Dates are approximate, based on Kansas'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 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.