When should I plant Corn in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Corn outdoors around Apr 12. Harvest around Jul 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Yes. Corn needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

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Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Corn. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 12Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)

Zone8a

Last FrostApr 5

First FrostOct 28

Season Length206 days

Days to Harvest85

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Corn seeds outdoors around Apr 12. Soil temperature should be at least 60°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Jul 6 (~85 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

✅ Beans✅ Squash✅ Cucumbers✅ Peas✅ Pumpkins

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