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Can You Grow Corn in New Jersey?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Corn grows well here — plant in blocks after last frost for a summer harvest.

Plant zones

3b–11b

New Jersey last frost

mid-March

New Jersey first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

60–90 days

When to plant Corn in New Jersey

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 14 – Jun 13

Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Corn

Corn needs space warmth and wind-pollination — plant in blocks not rows for good pollination.

Direct sow after soil reaches 16°C. Plant in a 4x4 block minimum for wind pollination. Needs consistent water especially during tasselling. Not suitable for containers.

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Corn in New Jersey?

Corn grows well here — plant in blocks after last frost for a summer harvest.

What zone is New Jersey?

New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).

When do you plant Corn in New Jersey?

Plant Corn Mar 15, harvest May 14 – Jun 13.