Plant Tomatoes in Zone 6a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 6a
Start indoors
Mar 2
Transplant
May 4
Harvest (~75d)
Jul 18
In Zone 6a, 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 20
First fall frost
Oct 13
Growing season
176 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start tomatoes in Zone 6a?
Start tomatoes seeds indoors around Mar 2 (Zone 6a).
Can I direct sow tomatoes in Zone 6a?
Tomatoes is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 6a rather than direct sown.