In USDA zone 6, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 5 and Apr 30. Start leeks indoors around Jan 27 to Feb 27. Plant them out around Apr 16 to May 11. Expect to harvest around Sep 13 to Nov 28.
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 27 to Feb 27 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | Apr 16 to May 11 |
| Harvest | Sep 13 to Nov 28 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 5 to Apr 30 |
| 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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