When to Plant Leeks in Preston County, WV
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.
Preston County, West Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 170 days.
At an elevation of 2,324 feet, Preston County receives approximately 45.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Leeks during the growing season.
Preston County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Leeks Planting Timeline — Preston County, WV
Leeks Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 16 | Apr 16 – May 7 |
| Harvest | July 30 | Jul 30 – Oct 15 |
| Fall Sowing | August 8 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
170 days in Preston County
Growing Tips for Preston 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 Preston County, WV?
Preston County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 30. Plan your Leeks planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Preston County, WV?
Preston County, West Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and first fall frost is October 17.
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