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When to Plant Marjoram in Jersey City, New Jersey (07310)

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey

ZIP Code

07310

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026 · Zone 7b

Pro tip: Start Marjoram seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Origanum majorana
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 18"
Type Spreading
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6+ hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.125" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow flower clusters to dry completely on the plant before harvesting.

Processing

Strip dried flower clusters, crush gently to release tiny seeds, winnow lightly.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Marjoram seeds are very small — surface sow without covering when planting.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Marjoram. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Marjoram in Jersey City, New Jersey? +

In Jersey City (Zone 7b), start Marjoram seeds indoors around Sunday, February 8, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Jersey City, New Jersey? +

The average last spring frost date for Jersey City, New Jersey (ZIP 07310) is around Sunday, April 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7b.

How long does Marjoram take to grow? +

Marjoram typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Jersey City, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, April 19, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Marjoram indoors or direct sow in New Jersey? +

Marjoram should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Jersey City, that means starting around Sunday, February 8, 2026.

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Growing Marjoram in Zone 7b

Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a popular garden vegetable. In Jersey City, New Jersey, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Plan to transplant your Marjoram seedlings outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.