When to plant fenugreek in New Hampshire
New Hampshire spans USDA zones 5a–6a, so the right time to plant fenugreek shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 29 in Nashua to May 14 in Keene — below are local dates for 15 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 6a | April 30 | October 11 | April 30 – May 14 |
| Nashua | 6a | April 29 | October 8 | April 29 – May 13 |
| Concord | 5b | May 8 | October 3 | May 8 – May 22 |
| Dover | 6a | May 3 | October 10 | May 3 – May 17 |
| Rochester | 6a | April 30 | October 9 | April 30 – May 14 |
| Keene | 5b | May 14 | October 1 | May 14 – May 28 |
| Portsmouth | 6a | May 4 | October 8 | May 4 – May 18 |
| Derry | 6a | April 30 | October 11 | April 30 – May 14 |
Fenugreek in New Hampshire: FAQ
When can I plant fenugreek in New Hampshire?
Across New Hampshire, the time to direct-sow fenugreek spans roughly April 29 in Nashua to May 14 in Keene, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the fenugreek planting date vary across New Hampshire?
Yes. New Hampshire publishes 15 cities with their own frost dates, so the right fenugreek 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 fenugreek take to grow in New Hampshire?
Fenugreek takes about 30–40 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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