7a When to plant sweet corn in zone 7a
Zone 7a median last spring freeze: Apr 20 · first fall freeze: Oct 20 · harvest in ~60-100 days.
| Step | Zone 7a dates | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Direct sow (spring) | Apr 13 | before last spring freeze |
How sweet corn grow in zone 7a
Direct sow — these seeds go straight in the ground. Tender — damaged by any frost. Harvest runs roughly 60-100 days after planting. These windows come from extension planting tables anchored to zone 7a's median freeze dates — for varieties and local conditions, check with your local extension office.
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