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Toms River, NJ Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Toms River usually comes around Apr 14 and the first fall frost around Nov 2, a growing season of about 202 days. Start tomatoes indoors Mar 3 – Mar 17 and plant them outside Apr 28 – May 12.

Last spring frostApr 14
First fall frostNov 2
Growing season202 days

When to plant vegetables in Toms River

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesMar 3 – Mar 17Apr 28 – May 12—
PeppersFeb 24 – Mar 10May 5 – May 19—
EggplantFeb 24 – Mar 10May 5 – May 19—
Cucumbers—Apr 28 – May 12—
Zucchini & summer squash—Apr 28 – May 12—
Pumpkins & winter squash—May 5 – May 19—
Green beans—Apr 28 – May 12Aug 10 – Aug 24
Sweet corn—Apr 28 – May 12—
BasilMar 17 – Mar 31Apr 28 – May 12—
LettuceFeb 17 – Mar 3Mar 17 – Apr 28Sep 7 – Sep 21
Spinach—Mar 3 – Mar 24Sep 7 – Sep 21
Peas—Mar 3 – Mar 24Aug 24 – Sep 7
Carrots—Mar 17 – Apr 21Aug 10 – Aug 24
Radishes—Mar 10 – Apr 28Sep 21 – Oct 5
BroccoliFeb 3 – Feb 17Mar 17 – Mar 31Aug 10 – Aug 24
KaleFeb 17 – Mar 3Mar 10 – Mar 24Aug 24 – Sep 7
Onions—Mar 17 – Mar 31—
Potatoes—Mar 24 – Apr 21—
Garlic——Oct 19 – Nov 23

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Toms River. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Toms River

  1. JanuaryPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: Peppers, Eggplant, Lettuce, Broccoli, Kale
  3. MarchStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  5. MayPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Radishes, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Radishes, Garlic
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Toms River?

The median last spring frost is Apr 14 and the median first fall frost is Nov 2, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Toms River?

Start seeds indoors Mar 3 – Mar 17 and set plants outside Apr 28 – May 12, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Toms River?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 2): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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