When to plant sweet corn in zone 5
In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Sow or plant sweet corn around May 12 to Jun 23. Expect to harvest around Aug 5 to Oct 5.
Zone 5 dates for sweet corn
| Sow or plant outside | May 12 to Jun 23 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Aug 5 to Oct 5 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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