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Can You Grow Broccoli in New Jersey?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
New Jersey last frost
New Jersey first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in New Jersey
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Broccoli
Broccoli is a cool-season crop that produces best in spring and fall when temperatures are moderate.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost for spring planting or direct sow in midsummer for fall. Harvest the main head before it flowers — side shoots continue producing after.
Gardening in New Jersey
New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in New Jersey?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is New Jersey?
New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Broccolis in New Jersey?
Plant Broccolis around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 14 – Jun 3.