When to Plant Sweet Potatoes in New Jersey
In a typical New Jersey location, plant outdoors Apr 29 – May 13. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 9 in Atlantic City and as late as May 14 in Manville.
Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
Sweet Potatoes Planting Dates by City
| City | Plant outdoors |
|---|---|
| Newark | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Jersey City | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Paterson | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Elizabeth | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Edison | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Trenton | May 1 – May 15 |
| Toms River | May 7 – May 21 |
| Clifton | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Camden | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Brick | May 7 – May 21 |
| Passaic | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Cherry Hill | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Union City | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Bayonne | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Middletown | May 1 – May 15 |
| East Orange | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| North Bergen | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Irvington | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Vineland | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| South Vineland | May 8 – May 22 |
| Wayne | Apr 28 – May 12 |
| New Brunswick | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Union | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Piscataway | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Jackson | May 12 – May 26 |
| Lakewood | May 7 – May 21 |
| Hoboken | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| West New York | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Perth Amboy | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Plainfield | Apr 25 – May 9 |
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 sweet potatoes in New Jersey?
In a typical New Jersey location, plant outdoors Apr 29 – May 13. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 9 in Atlantic City and as late as May 14 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 sweet potatoes take to grow?
Sweet Potatoes typically take 90–120 days from planting to harvest. Set out slips 2-4 weeks after last frost once soil is thoroughly warm (65F+); very frost/cold sensitive.
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
- Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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