Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Diamond beach, NJ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Diamond beach, NJ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Diamond beach, NJ
The average last frost date in spring for Diamond beach is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 4th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Diamond beach, NJ
The average first frost date in fall for Diamond beach is November 15th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Diamond beach, NJ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Diamond beach is approximately 209 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Diamond beach, NJ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Diamond beach, NJ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from March 23rd to April 6th), and direct sowing Spinach (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 27th to May 11th), direct sowing Cucumber (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Fennel (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Black Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 4th to May 18th).