Question 1

When should I plant tomatoes in ZIP 10001?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 10001, the main tomatoes target is around Apr 15, based on the representative New York frost station and USDA zone 7b.

Question 2

When should I start tomatoes seeds indoors in 10001?

Accepted Answer

Start tomatoes seeds indoors in ZIP 10001 around Feb 25, about 42 days before the Apr 8 last-frost estimate.

Question 3

When is the last frost in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York (ZIP 10001) has an average last spring frost around Apr 8, based on the representative New York frost station.

Question 4

When is the first frost in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York (ZIP 10001) has an average first fall frost around Nov 5, leaving about 211 frost-free days.

Question 5

Is this a guaranteed planting date?

Accepted Answer

No. GrowZone uses frost-date estimates, hardiness zones, and crop timing rules for planning. Local microclimates and current weather can shift the right date.

Last and first frost dates for ZIP 10001 (New York, NY)

Crop calendars for ZIP 10001