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Can You Grow Tomato in Maryland?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Tomatoes grow well here — plant after your last frost date and expect harvest within 60-85 days.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Maryland last frost

early March

Maryland first frost

late November

Days to harvest

60–85 days

When to plant Tomatoes in Maryland

Start indoors

Jan 24

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 6 – May 31

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

About Tomato

One of the most popular garden vegetables — thrives in warm weather and full sun with consistent moisture.

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Plant deeply — tomatoes root along buried stems. Water consistently to prevent blossom end rot.

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Gardening in Maryland

Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Tomato in Maryland?

Tomatoes grow well here — plant after your last frost date and expect harvest within 60-85 days.

What zone is Maryland?

Maryland spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Tomatoes in Maryland?

Plant Tomatoes around early March (start indoors Jan 24), harvest May 6 – May 31.