When to plant lettuce in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant lettuce shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about March 5 in Atlantic City to April 9 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 | March 14 – April 4 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 14 – April 4 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – April 15 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 2 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 2 – April 23 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | March 27 – April 17 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – April 15 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 2 |
Lettuce in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant lettuce in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to transplant lettuce spans roughly March 5 in Atlantic City to April 9 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the lettuce planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lettuce 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 lettuce take to grow in New Jersey?
Lettuce takes about 45–60 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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