When to plant sweet potatoes in Rhode Island

Plant out in Providence

May 2–May 16

Across Rhode Island the window opens between April 28 and May 13. Find your city below; the dates follow each town's own average last frost.

Plant out 3–5 weeks after the last frost. Set out slips when the soil is warm, around 65°F. They need a long, hot season.

Sweet potatoes planting dates by city

Start indoorsPlant outSow outdoorsFall plantingAverage last and first frost

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

ProvidenceMay 2–May 16

CranstonMay 2–May 16

WarwickMay 2–May 16

PawtucketMay 13–May 27

WoonsocketMay 13–May 27

NewportApr 28–May 12

Central FallsMay 13–May 27

When should I plant sweet potatoes in Rhode Island?

In Providence, plant out from May 2 to May 16. Across Rhode Island the window opens between April 28 and May 13, depending on the local last frost.

How is this date worked out?

Plant out 3–5 weeks after the last frost. Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 averages for the weather station nearest each city.