When to Plant Spinach in Haywood County, TN
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Haywood County, Tennessee is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 1 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 211 days.
At an elevation of 3,782 feet, Haywood County receives approximately 51.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Spinach during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Spinach root diseases.
Haywood County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.4-7.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Spinach Planting Timeline — Haywood County, TN
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 25 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Direct Sow | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 8 |
| Fall Sowing | August 20 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
| Harvest | May 6 | May 6 – Jul 8 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 7b
Growing Season
211 days
Growing Tips for Haywood County
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Haywood County, TN?
Haywood County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 1. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Haywood County, TN?
Haywood County, Tennessee is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 1 and first fall frost is October 29.
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