When to Plant Potatoes in New Jersey
In a typical New Jersey location, sow outdoors Mar 18 – Apr 1. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 26 in Atlantic City and as late as Apr 2 in Manville.
Plant seed potatoes 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked and is above 45F; light frost on emerging foliage is usually tolerated.
Potatoes Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Newark | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Jersey City | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Paterson | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Elizabeth | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Edison | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Trenton | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Toms River | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Clifton | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Camden | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Brick | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Passaic | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Cherry Hill | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Union City | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Bayonne | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Middletown | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| East Orange | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| North Bergen | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Irvington | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Vineland | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| South Vineland | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Wayne | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| New Brunswick | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Union | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Piscataway | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Jackson | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Lakewood | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Hoboken | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| West New York | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Perth Amboy | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Plainfield | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 223 New Jersey cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all New Jersey cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant potatoes in New Jersey?
In a typical New Jersey location, sow outdoors Mar 18 – Apr 1. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 26 in Atlantic City and as late as Apr 2 in Manville.
When is the last frost in New Jersey?
The average last spring frost in New Jersey ranges from March 26 in Atlantic City to April 30 in Manville, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do potatoes take to grow?
Potatoes typically take 70–120 days from planting to harvest. Plant seed potatoes 2-4 weeks before last frost, as soon as soil can be worked and is above 45F; light frost on emerging foliage is usually tolerated.
Other Crops in New Jersey
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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