When to plant Leeks in Cheyenne County, KS
For Leeks in Cheyenne County, the safe spring window opens around April 20 and closes around May 11. Last expected frost is May 4, first fall frost October 9, giving a 158-day growing season. A second sowing from July 31 to August 14 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Leeks in Cheyenne County, KS
Leeks are a mild, sweet allium that produces long white shanks. They are more refined than onions and are a key ingredient in soups, stews, and gratins.
Cheyenne County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and the first fall frost is October 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 158 days.
At an elevation of 967 feet, Cheyenne County receives approximately 24.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Leeks during the growing season.
Cheyenne County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Leeks Planting Timeline — Cheyenne County, KS
Leeks Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 4 | May 4 – May 18 |
| Direct Sow | April 20 | Apr 20 – May 11 |
| Harvest | August 3 | Aug 3 – Oct 19 |
| Fall Sowing | July 31 | Jul 31 – Aug 14 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Fall Sowing |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | Harvest |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–150 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
158 days in Cheyenne County
Growing Tips for Cheyenne County
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Transplant into trenches and hill soil around stems as they grow to increase the white portion. Harvest as needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Leeks in Cheyenne County, KS?
Cheyenne County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 4. Plan your Leeks planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Cheyenne County, KS?
Cheyenne County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and first fall frost is October 9.
When should I plant Leeks in Cheyenne County, KS?
In Cheyenne County, KS, plant Leeks after the last frost (around May 4) and before the first frost (around October 9). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Cheyenne County, KS for Leeks?
Cheyenne County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Leeks grows reliably in zones 3a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Leeks grow in Cheyenne County's climate?
Yes — Leeks grows well in Cheyenne County's temperate climate. Cheyenne County averages a 158-day frost-free season, with last frost around May 4 and first frost around October 9.
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