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When to plant okra in New Jersey

New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant okra shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly 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.

In Newarkthe okra direct sow window (April 18May 2) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostDirect sow
Newark7bApril 4November 6April 18 – May 2
Jersey City7bApril 4November 6April 18 – May 2
Paterson7aApril 15October 28April 29 – May 13
Elizabeth7bApril 2November 10April 16 – April 30
Toms River7aApril 23October 20May 7 – May 21
Trenton7aApril 17October 28May 1 – May 15
Clifton7aApril 15October 28April 29 – May 13
Bayonne7bApril 2November 10April 16 – April 30

Okra in New Jersey: FAQ

When can I plant okra in New Jersey?

Across New Jersey, the time to direct-sow okra spans roughly April 9 in Atlantic City to May 14 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the okra planting date vary across New Jersey?

Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right okra 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 okra take to grow in New Jersey?

Okra takes about 55–65 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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