When to plant zucchini in New Jersey
New Jersey spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant zucchini 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.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 11 – April 18 |
| Jersey City | 7b | April 4 | November 6 | April 11 – April 18 |
| Paterson | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 22 – April 29 |
| Elizabeth | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 9 – April 16 |
| Toms River | 7a | April 23 | October 20 | April 30 – May 7 |
| Trenton | 7a | April 17 | October 28 | April 24 – May 1 |
| Clifton | 7a | April 15 | October 28 | April 22 – April 29 |
| Bayonne | 7b | April 2 | November 10 | April 9 – April 16 |
Zucchini in New Jersey: FAQ
When can I plant zucchini in New Jersey?
Across New Jersey, the time to transplant zucchini spans roughly April 2 in Atlantic City to May 7 in Hillsborough, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the zucchini planting date vary across New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey publishes 158 cities with their own frost dates, so the right zucchini 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 zucchini take to grow in New Jersey?
Zucchini 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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