Planting calendar for New York, US

🇺🇸 New York, US

Planting guide for 207 crops · Humid subtropical climate

USDA Zone 5 210 frost-free days Köppen Cfa

USDA Zone

5

Frost-Free

210days

Winter Low

-3°C

❄️

Summer High

30°C

🌡️

Rainfall

1268mm

💧

Climate

Cfa

Humid subtropical

Quick Answer: When to Plant in New York

The best time to plant in New York is during the spring through fall months. The growing season lasts 210 frost-free days with temperatures ranging from -3°C in winter to 30°C in summer. New York is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5 with a Humid subtropical climate (Cfa), and 207 out of 207 crops can be grown here.

Growing Guide for New York

New York, US sits in USDA Hardiness Zone 5 with a Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa). The growing season spans approximately 210 frost-free days, with winter temperatures dropping to -3°C and summer highs reaching 30°C. Annual rainfall averages 1268mm.

New York's 210-day growing season provides ample time for most warm-season crops. Start seeds indoors in late winter and transplant after the last frost for maximum production. Out of $207 crops in our database, 207 can be successfully grown in New York. The easiest crops to start with are Lettuce, Mint, Radish.

What grows best in New York?

The best plants for New York include Lettuce, Mint, Radish, Arugula, Swiss Chard. These are rated "easy" for this climate zone and have the longest planting windows.

Can I grow vegetables in New York in winter?

Winter growing in New York is limited due to frost. However, frost-tolerant crops like kale, spinach, and garlic can often be planted in fall for early spring harvest. Use cold frames or row covers to extend the season.

Expert Tips for Growing in New York

✓ Start Lettuce in Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep. Lettuce tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Mint in Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep. Mint tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Radish in Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep. Radish tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Arugula in Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep. Arugula tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Swiss Chard in Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep. Swiss Chard tolerates frost, so you can plant early.

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Best Plants for New York

Easiest plants with the longest growing windows in your climate

Lettuce

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

30-60 days to harvest

Mint

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

60-90 days to harvest

Radish

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

22-30 days to harvest

Arugula

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

21-40 days to harvest

Swiss Chard

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

50-60 days to harvest

Planting Calendar

Green cells show recommended planting months for each crop in New York

Plant Wait E Easy M Medium H Hard

Easy (26) Great for beginners

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Basil				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lettuce		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Mint		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Green Bean				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sunflower				✓	✓	✓	✓
Radish		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Arugula		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Swiss Chard		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Green Onion		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Marigold				✓	✓	✓	✓
Zinnia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Pansy		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Cosmos				✓	✓	✓	✓
Aloe Vera				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chive		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Calendula		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Catnip		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Clover		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Cress		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Dandelion		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Nasturtium				✓	✓	✓	✓
Yarrow		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Borage		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Mizuna		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Tatsoi		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Buckwheat				✓	✓	✓	✓

Medium (160) Some experience helpful

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Tomato				✓	✓	✓	✓
Carrot		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pepper				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cucumber				✓	✓	✓	✓
Zucchini				✓	✓	✓	✓
Spinach		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Kale		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Rosemary		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Cilantro		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pea		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Potato				✓	✓	✓	✓
Onion		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Strawberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Lavender		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Chili Pepper				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Potato				✓	✓	✓	✓
Thyme		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Parsley		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Broccoli		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Bok Choy		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Beet		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Brussels Sprouts		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Cabbage		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Collard Greens		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Dill		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Fennel				✓	✓	✓	✓
Ginger				✓	✓	✓	✓
Jalapeno				✓	✓	✓	✓
Kohlrabi		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Leek		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Lemongrass				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cantaloupe				✓	✓	✓	✓
Mustard Greens		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Okra				✓	✓	✓	✓
Oregano		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Parsnip		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pumpkin				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sage		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Shallot		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Snap Pea		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Butternut Squash				✓	✓	✓	✓
Acorn Squash				✓	✓	✓	✓
Tomatillo				✓	✓	✓	✓
Turnip		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Watercress		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Blackberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Blueberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Raspberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Fig		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Grape		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Lemon				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lime				✓	✓	✓	✓
Papaya				✓	✓	✓	✓
Passion Fruit				✓	✓	✓	✓
Pineapple				✓	✓	✓	✓
Banana				✓	✓	✓	✓
Turmeric				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chamomile		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Dahlia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Petunia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Snapdragon		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Sweet Pea Flower		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Morning Glory				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chrysanthemum		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Rose		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Jasmine				✓	✓	✓	✓
Hibiscus				✓	✓	✓	✓
Bamboo		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Lemon Balm		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Stevia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Tarragon		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Amaranth				✓	✓	✓	✓
Anise				✓	✓	✓	✓
Bay Laurel		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Black-Eyed Pea				✓	✓	✓	✓
Boysenberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Broccolini		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Cayenne Pepper				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chickpea				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chicory		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Chinese Cabbage		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Coffee Plant				✓	✓	✓	✓
Comfrey		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Curry Leaf				✓	✓	✓	✓
Dragon Fruit				✓	✓	✓	✓
Edamame				✓	✓	✓	✓
Elderberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Endive		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Fenugreek				✓	✓	✓	✓
Foxglove		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Freesia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Goji Berry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Gooseberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Habanero				✓	✓	✓	✓
Hops		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Horseradish		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Hyssop		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Jicama				✓	✓	✓	✓
Kiwi		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Kumquat		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Lentil				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lilac		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Luffa				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lupine		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Marjoram				✓	✓	✓	✓
Millet				✓	✓	✓	✓
Moringa				✓	✓	✓	✓
Mulberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Nectarine		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Nigella		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Olive		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Peach		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pear		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pennyroyal		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Persimmon		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Plum		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Pomegranate		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Poppy		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Quinoa		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Radicchio		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Rhubarb		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Rutabaga		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Savory		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Sesame				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sorghum				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sorrel		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Soybean				✓	✓	✓	✓
Star Fruit				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Corn				✓	✓	✓	✓
Taro				✓	✓	✓	✓
Tea Plant		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Tiger Lily		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Tulip		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Winter Squash				✓	✓	✓	✓
Yam				✓	✓	✓	✓
Chia				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cranberry		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Flax		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Guava				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lovage		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Passion Flower		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Physalis				✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Woodruff		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Verbena		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Waterlily				✓	✓	✓	✓
Wisteria		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Wintergreen		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Black Currant		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Celeriac		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Chervil		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Epazote				✓	✓	✓	✓
Galangal				✓	✓	✓	✓
Hellebore		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Jujube		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Malabar Spinach				✓	✓	✓	✓
New Zealand Spinach				✓	✓	✓	✓
Perilla				✓	✓	✓	✓
Romanesco		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Salsify		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Yacon				✓	✓	✓	✓

Hard (21) For experienced growers

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Garlic		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Eggplant				✓	✓	✓	✓
Watermelon				✓	✓	✓	✓
Corn				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cauliflower		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Celery				✓	✓	✓	✓
Artichoke		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Asparagus		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Avocado				✓	✓	✓	✓
Mango				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cardamom				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cinnamon				✓	✓	✓	✓
Vanilla				✓	✓	✓	✓
Orchid				✓	✓	✓	✓
Cacao				✓	✓	✓	✓
Jackfruit				✓	✓	✓	✓
Saffron		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓
Star Anise				✓	✓	✓	✓
Wasabi				✓	✓	✓	✓
Lychee				✓	✓	✓	✓
Ramps		✓	✓	✓				✓	✓

Plant Details

Basil

Herb · Full Sun · 50-75 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lettuce

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Mint

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Green Bean

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sunflower

Flower · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Radish

Vegetable · Full Sun · 22-30 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Arugula

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-40 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Swiss Chard

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Green Onion

Vegetable · Full Sun · 20-30 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Marigold

Flower · Full Sun · 45-50 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Zinnia

Flower · Full Sun · 60-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Pansy

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Cosmos

Flower · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Aloe Vera

Herb · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chive

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Calendula

Flower · Full Sun · 45-65 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Catnip

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Clover

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Cress

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 7-14 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Dandelion

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Nasturtium

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 35-52 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Yarrow

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Borage

Herb · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Mizuna

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-40 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Tatsoi

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-45 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Buckwheat

Grain · Full Sun · 30-45 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Tomato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-85 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Carrot

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pepper

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cucumber

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Zucchini

Vegetable · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Spinach

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 37-45 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Kale

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-75 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Rosemary

Herb · Full Sun · 80-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Cilantro

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Potato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Onion

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Strawberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Lavender

Herb · Full Sun · 90-200 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Chili Pepper

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sweet Potato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-170 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Thyme

Herb · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Parsley

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 70-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Broccoli

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Bok Choy

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-50 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Beet

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Brussels Sprouts

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Cabbage

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Collard Greens

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-75 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Dill

Herb · Full Sun · 40-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Fennel

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Ginger

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 240-300 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Jalapeno

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Kohlrabi

Vegetable · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Leek

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Lemongrass

Herb · Full Sun · 75-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cantaloupe

Fruit · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Mustard Greens

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 30-45 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Okra

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-65 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Oregano

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Parsnip

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-130 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pumpkin

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sage

Herb · Full Sun · 75-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Shallot

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Snap Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Butternut Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-110 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Acorn Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Tomatillo

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Turnip

Vegetable · Full Sun · 30-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Watercress

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-50 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Blackberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Blueberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Raspberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Fig

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Grape

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Lemon

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lime

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Papaya

Fruit · Full Sun · 270-365 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Passion Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-545 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Pineapple

Fruit · Full Sun · 545-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Banana

Fruit · Full Sun · 270-365 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Turmeric

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 240-300 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chamomile

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Dahlia

Flower · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Petunia

Flower · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Snapdragon

Flower · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Sweet Pea Flower

Flower · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Morning Glory

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chrysanthemum

Flower · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Rose

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Jasmine

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Hibiscus

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Bamboo

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Lemon Balm

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Stevia

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Tarragon

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Amaranth

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Anise

Herb · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Bay Laurel

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Black-Eyed Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Boysenberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-545 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Broccolini

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-65 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Cayenne Pepper

Spice · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chickpea

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chicory

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Chinese Cabbage

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-70 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Coffee Plant

Fruit · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Comfrey

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Curry Leaf

Herb · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Dragon Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Edamame

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Elderberry

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Endive

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-85 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Fenugreek

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Foxglove

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-545 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Freesia

Flower · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Goji Berry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Gooseberry

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Habanero

Spice · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Hops

Herb · Full Sun · 120-150 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Horseradish

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 140-160 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Hyssop

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Jicama

Vegetable · Full Sun · 120-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Kiwi

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Kumquat

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Lentil

Grain · Full Sun · 80-110 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lilac

Flower · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Luffa

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lupine

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Marjoram

Herb · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Millet

Grain · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Moringa

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Mulberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Nectarine

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Nigella

Flower · Full Sun · 60-75 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Olive

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Peach

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pear

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pennyroyal

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Persimmon

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Plum

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Pomegranate

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Poppy

Flower · Full Sun · 55-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Quinoa

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Radicchio

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Rhubarb

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Rutabaga

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Savory

Herb · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Sesame

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sorghum

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sorrel

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 40-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Soybean

Grain · Full Sun · 80-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Star Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sweet Corn

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Taro

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 180-240 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Tea Plant

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Tiger Lily

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 90-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Tulip

Flower · Full Sun · 90-150 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Winter Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-110 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Yam

Vegetable · Full Sun · 180-365 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Chia

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cranberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Flax

Grain · Full Sun · 90-110 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Guava

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lovage

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Passion Flower

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Physalis

Fruit · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Sweet Woodruff

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 365-545 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Verbena

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Waterlily

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Wisteria

Flower · Full Sun · 730-1825 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Wintergreen

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Black Currant

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Celeriac

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-120 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Chervil

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 40-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Epazote

Herb · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Galangal

Spice · Partial Shade OK · 240-365 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Hellebore

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Jujube

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Malabar Spinach

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

New Zealand Spinach

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Perilla

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Romanesco

Vegetable · Full Sun · 75-100 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Salsify

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-150 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Yacon

Vegetable · Full Sun · 180-240 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Garlic

Vegetable · Full Sun · 240-270 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Eggplant

Vegetable · Full Sun · 65-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Watermelon

Fruit · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Corn

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cauliflower

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-100 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Celery

Vegetable · Full Sun · 85-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Artichoke

Vegetable · Full Sun · 150-180 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Asparagus

Vegetable · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Avocado

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Mango

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cardamom

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cinnamon

Herb · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Vanilla

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Orchid

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Cacao

Fruit · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Jackfruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Saffron

Spice · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Star Anise

Spice · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 1825-2555 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Wasabi

Spice · Partial Shade OK · 545-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Lychee

Fruit · Full Sun · 1825-3650 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Ramps

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Feb, Mar, Apr, Aug, Sep

Nearby Cities

Los Angeles

US · Zone 9

207 crops

Chicago

US · Zone 3

207 crops

Houston

US · Zone 8

207 crops

Phoenix

US · Zone 8

207 crops

Toronto

CA · Zone 4

207 crops

Vancouver

CA · Zone 6

207 crops

Frequently Asked Questions about Gardening in New York

When should I plant tomatoes in New York?

In New York (USDA Zone 5), the best months to plant tomatoes are April, May, June, July. The difficulty level is medium. New York has 210 frost-free days, which provides plenty of time for tomatoes to reach harvest.

What grows best in New York?

New York (Humid subtropical climate, USDA Zone 5) can successfully grow 207 out of 207 plants in our database. The easiest plants to grow here are Lettuce, Mint, Radish, Arugula, Swiss Chard. With 210 frost-free days and annual rainfall of 1268mm, New York is excellent for home gardening.

What is the growing season in New York?

New York has approximately 210 frost-free days per year, with winter lows around -3°C and summer highs reaching 30°C. The annual rainfall is 1268mm. In New York's Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa), most vegetables and herbs can be planted from spring through fall.

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