Plant Tomatoes in Zone 5a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 5a
Start indoors
Mar 12
Transplant
May 14
Harvest (~75d)
Jul 28
In Zone 5a, the average last spring frost is around April. Tomatoes is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 7 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
Apr 30
First fall frost
Oct 3
Growing season
156 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start tomatoes in Zone 5a?
Start tomatoes seeds indoors around Mar 12 (Zone 5a).
Can I direct sow tomatoes in Zone 5a?
Tomatoes is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 5a rather than direct sown.