When to plant tomatoes in zone 7
In USDA zone 7, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 1 and Apr 20. Start tomatoes indoors around Feb 5 to Mar 22. Plant them out around Apr 16 to May 7. Expect to harvest around Jun 28 to Oct 15.
Zone 7 dates for tomatoes
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 5 to Mar 22 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | Apr 16 to May 7 |
| Harvest | Jun 28 to Oct 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 1 to Apr 20 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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