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When to Plant Leek in Zone 3A

USDA Zone

3A

Cities Covered

25

Avg Last Frost

Monday, May 25, 2026

Plant Type

Indoor Start

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 3A

Start Seeds Indoors Monday, March 16, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Monday, June 8, 2026

Pro Tip: Start Leek seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date for best results.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Allium ampeloprasum
Days to Maturity 120 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun

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Growing Leek in USDA Zone 3A

Leek (Allium ampeloprasum) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 3A. This zone includes cities like Embarrass, Soudan, Tower and 22 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 3A is around Monday, May 25, 2026. For best results, start your Leek seeds indoors around Monday, March 16, 2026, then transplant outdoors around Monday, June 8, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Leek approximately 120 days after planting.