When to Plant Shallot in New Jersey
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
New Jersey
USDA Zones
6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Avg Last Frost
Monday, April 5, 2027
Cities Covered
579
New Jersey Planting Schedule by Zone
New Jersey spans 4 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.
🌿 About Shallot
Growing Shallot in New Jersey: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before New Jersey's last frost. Depending on your zone, New Jersey gardeners start seeds indoors between October 10, 2026 (Zone 6b) and November 1, 2026 (Zone 8a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.
Because New Jersey stretches across 4 USDA hardiness zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a), planting windows can shift by as much as two to four weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.
With 90 days to maturity, Shallot needs the indoor head start that New Jersey's growing season requires. Starting indoors ensures you have strong transplants ready the moment outdoor conditions are right.
Shallot requires full sun and regular moisture. In the Northeast, cool summers and moderate humidity can slow warm-season crops, so choose a sheltered, south-facing spot to maximise heat.
For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of New Jersey.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. New Jersey spans zones 6b–8a, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in New Jersey?
New Jersey spans 4 USDA zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a), so last frost dates vary by region. Boonton, Mountain Lakes, Butler (6b) sees frost until around Thursday, April 15, 2027, while Bridgeport, Brigantine, Cape May (8a) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in New Jersey?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in New Jersey gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does New Jersey cover for Shallot?
New Jersey includes zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a. Shallot grows well across all of these zones with adjusted timing — use the zone table above to find the right dates for your part of the state.
When to Plant Shallot by City in New Jersey
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absecon | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Adelphia | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Allamuchy | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Allendale | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Allenhurst | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Allentown | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Allenwood | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Alloway | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Alpine | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Andover | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Annandale | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Asbury | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Asbury Park | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Atco | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlantic City | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlantic Highlands | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Audubon | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Augusta | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Avalon | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Avenel | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Avon By The Sea | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Baptistown | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnegat | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnegat Light | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Barrington | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Basking Ridge | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bayonne | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bayville | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Beach Haven | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Beachwood | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bedminster | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Belford | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Belle Mead | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Belleville | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bellmawr | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Belmar | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Belvidere | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bergenfield | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Berkeley Heights | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Berlin | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bernardsville | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Beverly | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Birmingham | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Blackwood | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Blairstown | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Blawenburg | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bloomfield | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bloomingdale | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bloomsbury | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bogota | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Boonton | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bordentown | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bound Brook | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bradley Beach | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Branchville | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Brick | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bridgeport | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bridgeton | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bridgewater | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Brielle | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
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