When to Plant Leeks in Menominee County, WI
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.
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 148 days.
At an elevation of 547 feet, Menominee County receives approximately 33 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Leeks to ensure they mature before fall.
Menominee County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Leeks Planting Timeline — Menominee County, WI
Leeks Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 4 | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 9 | May 9 – May 23 |
| Direct Sow | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 16 |
| Harvest | August 8 | Aug 8 – Oct 24 |
| Fall Sowing | July 26 | Jul 26 – Aug 9 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| 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 5a
📆 Growing Season
148 days in Menominee County
Growing Tips for Menominee 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 Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Leeks planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 4.
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