Plant Tomatoes in Zone 8a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 8a
Start indoors
Feb 4
Transplant
Apr 8
Harvest (~75d)
Jun 22
In Zone 8a, the average last spring frost is around March. 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
Mar 25
First fall frost
Nov 8
Growing season
228 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start tomatoes in Zone 8a?
Start tomatoes seeds indoors around Feb 4 (Zone 8a).
Can I direct sow tomatoes in Zone 8a?
Tomatoes is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 8a rather than direct sown.