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When to Plant Potato in Monett, Missouri (65708)

Location

Monett, Missouri

ZIP Code

65708

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, March 13, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Potato directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Solanum tuberosum
Days to Maturity 90 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 12"
Type Tuber
Fruit Size Variable

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6+ hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

4" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 8-21 days

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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

TomatoCucumberSquashSunflower

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Growing Potato in Zone 7a

Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Monett, Missouri, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, March 13, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Potato grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.