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When to plant summer squash in New Jersey

New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant summer squash shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 2 in Atlantic City to May 7 in Hillsborough — below are local dates for 158 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Newarkthe summer squash transplant out window (April 11–April 18) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostTransplant out
Newark7bApril 4November 6April 11 – April 18
Jersey City7bApril 4November 6April 11 – April 18
Paterson7aApril 15October 28April 22 – April 29
Elizabeth7bApril 2November 10April 9 – April 16
Toms River7aApril 23October 20April 30 – May 7
Trenton7aApril 17October 28April 24 – May 1
Clifton7aApril 15October 28April 22 – April 29
Bayonne7bApril 2November 10April 9 – April 16

Summer Squash in New Jersey: FAQ

When can I plant summer squash in New Jersey?

Across New Jersey, the time to transplant summer squash spans roughly April 2 in Atlantic City to May 7 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the summer squash planting date vary across New Jersey?

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

Summer Squash 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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