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When to Plant Popcorn in Dubois, Wyoming (82513)

Location

Dubois, Wyoming

ZIP Code

82513

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Based on last frost Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · Zone 4b

Pro tip: Sow Popcorn directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Zea mays everta
Days to Maturity 100 days
Mature Height 48-84"
Spread 18"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-10 days

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🤝 Good Companions

BeanSquashCucumber

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

TomatoSweet Corn (cross-pollination)
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Popcorn

See which plants help Popcorn thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →

🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🔴 Difficult
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Let ears dry completely on the stalk past frost. Kernels should be rock-hard before harvesting.

Processing

Husk dried ears, shell kernels, cure 6–8 weeks in a warm, ventilated space before sealing in containers.

Seed Viability

Up to 2 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Wind-pollinated — requires 1000-foot isolation from sweet corn and other corn types. Under-dried popcorn won't pop.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Popcorn. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Popcorn in Dubois, Wyoming? +

In Dubois (Zone 4b), direct sow Popcorn outdoors around Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Dubois, Wyoming? +

The average last spring frost date for Dubois, Wyoming (ZIP 82513) is around Tuesday, May 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 4b.

How long does Popcorn take to grow? +

Popcorn typically matures in about 100 days from direct sowing. In Dubois, that means you can expect harvest around Tuesday, May 19, 2026 plus 100 days.

Should I start Popcorn indoors or direct sow in Wyoming? +

Popcorn does best when direct sown outdoors. In Dubois, sow directly around Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

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Growing Popcorn in Zone 4b

Popcorn (Zea mays everta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Dubois, Wyoming, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Popcorn grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.