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Plant Tomatoes in Zone 6b

Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 6b

Start indoors
Feb 25
Transplant
Apr 29
Harvest (~75d)
Jul 13

In Zone 6b, 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 15
First fall frost
Oct 18
Growing season
186 days

Full Tomatoes grow guide → · All crops for Zone 6b →

Frequently asked questions

When should I start tomatoes in Zone 6b?

Start tomatoes seeds indoors around Feb 25 (Zone 6b).

Can I direct sow tomatoes in Zone 6b?

Tomatoes is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 6b rather than direct sown.