When to plant eggplant in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant eggplant shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 9 in Atlantic City to May 14 in Hillsborough — below are local dates for 158 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 18 – April 25 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 18 – April 25 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 29 – May 6 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 16 – April 23 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | May 7 – May 14 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | May 1 – May 8 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 29 – May 6 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 16 – April 23 |
Eggplant in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant eggplant in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to transplant eggplant spans roughly April 9 in Atlantic City to May 14 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the eggplant planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right eggplant planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does eggplant take to grow in New Jersey?
Eggplant takes about 65–85 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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