Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Palisades park, NJ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Palisades park, NJ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Palisades park, NJ
The average last frost date in spring for Palisades park is April 13th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 27th 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 Palisades park, NJ
The average first frost date in fall for Palisades park 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 Palisades park, NJ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Palisades park is approximately 206 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.
Palisades park, NJ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Palisades park, NJ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 16th to March 2nd), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 2nd to February 16th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 16th to March 30th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 2nd to March 16th), direct sowing Kale (from March 16th to March 30th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 16th to March 30th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from April 20th to April 27th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 20th to May 4th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 20th to May 4th).