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When to Plant Edamame in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey (08889)

Location

Whitehouse Station, New Jersey

ZIP Code

08889

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, April 24, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Edamame directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Glycine max
Days to Maturity 80 days
Mature Height 18-30"
Spread 6"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 6-10 days

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Growing Edamame in Zone 7a

Edamame (Glycine max) is a popular garden vegetable. In Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Edamame grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.