Red Chieftain· Potato
Planting Schedule
Add Red Chieftain to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | Apr 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Apr 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Jun 30th |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 5th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 90 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: Plant certified seed potatoes 2–4 inches deep when soil is workable, and keep hills coming as the plants emerge to protect developing tubers from light.