When to Plant Sweet Corn in Nevada
In Nevada, the time to sow sweet corn outside runs from Jan 27 – Feb 10 in Henderson to Jun 5 – Jun 19 in Elko. In Las Vegas, it's Jan 31 – Feb 14. The average last spring frost differs by about 18 weeks across the state (Jan 20 in Henderson, May 29 in Elko), so use the dates for the town nearest you.
Sow corn in blocks rather than single rows so it pollinates well. Wait for soil around 60°F.
- Sow outside: 1–3 weeks after the last frost.
Sweet Corn planting dates in Nevada by city
| City | Zone | Sow outside |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder City | 9a | Jan 28 – Feb 11 |
| Carson City | 7a | May 11 – May 25 |
| Elko | 5b | Jun 5 – Jun 19 |
| Fallon | 7a | May 19 – Jun 2 |
| Fernley | 7a | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Henderson | 9b | Jan 27 – Feb 10 |
| Las Vegas | 9a | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Mesquite | 9a | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| North Las Vegas | 9a | Feb 8 – Feb 22 |
| Reno | 7b | May 5 – May 19 |
| Sparks | 7a | May 8 – May 22 |
| Winnemucca | 6b | May 30 – Jun 13 |
Calculated from each town's average (50%) frost dates, from the nearest NOAA station (1991–2020). Typical dates for the 2027 planting season, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 averages. They are long-term odds, not a forecast: always check your local forecast before planting. Zones: 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (USDA-ARS and Oregon State University). Not the official map; see planthardiness.ars.usda.gov.
See all frost dates in Nevada, or the general guide to when to plant sweet corn.
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