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🥔 Growing Potato in Zone 12a
Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Potato can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.
Planting Calendar
Dec 18Dec 31
Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days)
Zone12a
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest90
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)
When to Plant Potato in Zone 12a
Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 18
Direct sow Potato seeds outdoors around Dec 18. Soil temperature should be at least 45°F. Space at 1/sqft (12" apart).
Harvest: Mar 18
First harvest approximately Mar 18 (~90 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).
Companion Planting
❌ Tomatoes❌ Pumpkins❌ Cucumbers❌ Squash
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