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Can You Grow Tomato in Washington?

US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Washington last frost

late January

Washington first frost

mid-December

Days to harvest

60–85 days

When to plant Tomatoes in Washington

Start indoors

Jan 1

Transplant

Jan 30

Harvest

Mar 31 – Apr 25

Dates are approximate, based on Washington'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 Washington

Washington has dramatically different climates. The wet maritime west (Zone 8a-8b) is mild and productive year-round. Eastern Washington is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6) with hot dry summers.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Tomato in Washington?

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

What zone is Washington?

Washington spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Tomatoes in Washington?

Plant Tomatoes around late January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 31 – Apr 25.