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When to Plant Popcorn in Zone 12A

USDA Zone

12A

Cities Covered

25

Avg Last Frost

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 12A

Direct Sow Outdoors Thursday, January 15, 2026

Pro Tip: Popcorn can be directly sown outdoors. Plant -2 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Zea mays everta
Days to Maturity 100 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 12" apart

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Growing Popcorn in USDA Zone 12A

Popcorn (Zea mays everta) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 12A. This zone includes cities like Aiea, Anahola, Haiku and 22 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 12A is around Thursday, January 1, 2026. Popcorn can be directly sown outdoors around Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Popcorn approximately 100 days after planting.