When to plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly 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 | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 14 – April 18 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 14 – April 18 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – April 29 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 16 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 2 – May 7 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | March 27 – May 1 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | March 25 – April 29 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 12 – April 16 |
Shungiku (Edible Chrysanthemum) in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to direct-sow shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) spans roughly March 5 in Atlantic City to April 9 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) 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 shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) take to grow in New Jersey?
Shungiku (Edible Chrysanthemum) takes about 30–45 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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