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When to Plant Nasturtium in Buena, New Jersey (08310)

Location

Buena, New Jersey

ZIP Code

08310

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, April 17, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Nasturtium directly outdoors 1 week after your last frost date โ€” it needs warm soil.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Tropaeolum majus
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-18"
Spread 18"
Type Annual

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Low (drought tolerant)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Nasturtium in Zone 7a

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Buena, New Jersey, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, April 17, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Nasturtium grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.