Buena, NJ frost dates
Last spring frostApr 14median date
First fall frostOct 27median date
Growing season196 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone7aZone 7a
How Buena compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Buena falls between April 1 and April 27, a 26-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 13 and November 8.
- The median last frost is 2 days earlier than the New Jersey median of Apr 16.
- Its 196-day growing season is longer than 54% of the 582 New Jersey places with a regular frost season (state median 194 days).
- The last frost is typical for zone 7a, where the median is Apr 16.
- The weather station records an average of 105 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Vineland, NJ, 12 km away, the last frost here is 10 days earlier than there and the growing season is 14 days longer.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | April 1 |
| 50% (median) | April 14 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 27 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 13 |
| 50% (median) | October 27 |
| 90% (late) | November 8 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Buena, NJ
Buena, NJ frost dates — last frost Apr 14, first frost Oct 27, zone 7a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Jan 20 to Feb 3Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 3 to Feb 17Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 29
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 17 to Mar 31Sow outdoors: Mar 17 to Mar 31Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 24 to Apr 7Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Feb 17 to Mar 3Transplant outside: Mar 31 to Apr 14Plant for fall: Jul 21 to Aug 11
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: May 5 to May 19Sow outdoors: May 5 to May 19
Start indoors: Mar 3 to Mar 17Transplant outside: Apr 21 to May 5
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Mar 3 to Mar 24Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Mar 10 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 5Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5
Start indoors: Mar 17 to Mar 24Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 12
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 18
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 24 to Apr 14
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 28Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Mar 31 to Apr 21Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 12Plant for fall: Aug 11 to Aug 25
Sow outdoors: Apr 21 to May 5
Transplant outside: Apr 28 to May 19
Plant for fall: Oct 13 to Nov 17
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Buena, NJ
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Jan 20 – Feb 3 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | — | — |
| Peppers | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Mar 17 – Apr 21 | Sep 1 – Sep 29 |
| Kale | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Broccoli | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cabbage | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 17 – Mar 3 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 | — | Jul 21 – Aug 11 |
| Okra | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | May 5 – May 19 | May 5 – May 19 | — |
| Basil | Mar 3 – Mar 17 | Apr 21 – May 5 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Spinach | — | — | Mar 3 – Mar 24 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Radishes | — | — | Mar 10 – Apr 21 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Cucumbers | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 5 | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Mar 17 – Mar 24 | Apr 28 – May 12 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Beets | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 21 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Mar 24 – Apr 14 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 28 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 31 – Apr 21 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Apr 21 – May 12 | Aug 11 – Aug 25 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Apr 21 – May 5 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 28 – May 19 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 13 – Nov 17 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the Hammonton 1 Ne, NJ weather station, 14 km away (elevation 125 ft (38 m)).
Frost dates near Buena
- Newtonville Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Landisville Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Minotola Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Richland Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Mizpah Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Milmay Apr 24 · Oct 22
- Vineland Apr 24 · Oct 23
- Newfield Apr 11 · Nov 3
- Winslow Apr 14 · Oct 27
- Hammonton Apr 14 · Oct 27
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Buena, NJ?
The median last spring frost in Buena, NJ is April 14. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 27, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Buena, NJ?
The median first fall frost is October 27, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 13.
How long is the growing season in Buena, NJ?
About 196 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Buena, NJ?
Buena, NJ is in USDA hardiness zone 7a.