Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Elizabeth, NJ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Elizabeth, NJ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Elizabeth, NJ
The average last frost date in spring for Elizabeth is April 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 26th 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 Elizabeth, NJ
The average first frost date in fall for Elizabeth is November 5th. 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 Elizabeth, NJ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Elizabeth is approximately 207 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.
Elizabeth, NJ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Elizabeth, NJ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from March 1st to March 15th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Kale (from March 15th to March 29th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 19th to May 3rd), direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 26th to May 10th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 12th to April 26th).