When to plant swiss chard in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant swiss chard shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 12 in Atlantic City to April 16 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 21 – May 2 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | March 21 – May 2 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 1 – May 13 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 19 – April 30 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 9 – May 21 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | April 3 – May 15 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 1 – May 13 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | March 19 – April 30 |
Swiss Chard in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant swiss chard in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to direct-sow swiss chard spans roughly March 12 in Atlantic City to April 16 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the swiss chard planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right swiss chard 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 swiss chard take to grow in New Jersey?
Swiss Chard takes about 50–60 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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