Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Upper montclair, NJ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Upper montclair, NJ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Upper montclair, NJ
The average last frost date in spring for Upper montclair is April 19th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 3rd 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 Upper montclair, NJ
The average first frost date in fall for Upper montclair 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 Upper montclair, NJ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Upper montclair is approximately 205 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.
Upper montclair, NJ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Upper montclair, NJ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 22nd to April 5th), starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from March 8th to March 22nd), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 5th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from April 26th to May 10th), direct sowing Sunflower (from April 26th to May 10th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 19th to May 3rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from May 3rd to May 17th), direct sowing Melon (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 3rd to May 17th).