Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Spring lake, NJ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Spring lake, NJ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Spring lake, NJ
The average last frost date in spring for Spring lake is April 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 2nd 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 Spring lake, NJ
The average first frost date in fall for Spring lake is November 10th. 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 Spring lake, NJ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Spring lake 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.
Spring lake, NJ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Spring lake, NJ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th), starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 21st).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Luffa seeds indoors (from March 7th to March 21st), direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 21st to April 4th), and direct sowing Carrot (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Butternut Squash (from April 25th to May 9th), direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from April 25th to May 9th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from May 2nd to May 16th), direct sowing Corn (from May 2nd to May 9th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 2nd to May 16th).