When to Plant Salsify in New York

Q: When should I plant Salsify in New York?

Planting dates for Salsify in New York vary by zone. New York spans zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b.

Salsify is a root vegetable with a subtle oyster-like flavor, earning it the nickname "oyster plant." It produces long, slender, cream-colored roots.

New York spans USDA hardiness zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Salsify Planting Calendar for New York

▸ Zone 3b ~135 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 10 · First frost: September 22 · 135 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	May 3	May 3 – May 24
Fall Sowing	June 30	Jun 30 – Jul 14
Harvest	August 16	Aug 16 – Sep 6

▸ Zone 4a ~145 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 6 · First frost: September 28 · 145 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	April 29	Apr 29 – May 20
Fall Sowing	July 6	Jul 6 – Jul 20
Harvest	August 12	Aug 12 – Sep 23

▸ Zone 4b ~155 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: May 1 · First frost: October 3 · 155 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	April 24	Apr 24 – May 15
Fall Sowing	July 11	Jul 11 – Jul 25
Harvest	August 7	Aug 7 – Sep 18

▸ Zone 5a ~166 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 25 · First frost: October 8 · 166 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	April 11	Apr 11 – May 2
Fall Sowing	July 30	Jul 30 – Aug 13
Harvest	July 25	Jul 25 – Sep 5

▸ Zone 5b ~178 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 18 · First frost: October 13 · 178 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	April 4	Apr 4 – Apr 25
Fall Sowing	August 4	Aug 4 – Aug 18
Harvest	July 18	Jul 18 – Aug 29

▸ Zone 6a ~193 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 10 · First frost: October 20 · 193 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	March 27	Mar 27 – Apr 17
Fall Sowing	August 11	Aug 11 – Aug 25
Harvest	July 10	Jul 10 – Aug 21

▸ Zone 6b ~205 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 3 · First frost: October 25 · 205 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	March 20	Mar 20 – Apr 10
Fall Sowing	August 16	Aug 16 – Aug 30
Harvest	July 3	Jul 3 – Aug 14

▸ Zone 7a ~221 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 25 · First frost: November 1 · 221 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	March 11	Mar 11 – Apr 1
Fall Sowing	August 23	Aug 23 – Sep 6
Harvest	June 24	Jun 24 – Aug 5

▸ Zone 7b ~235 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 18 · First frost: November 8 · 235 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Direct Sow	March 4	Mar 4 – Mar 25
Fall Sowing	August 30	Aug 30 – Sep 13
Harvest	June 17	Jun 17 – Jul 29

Growing Tips for New York

Direct sow in spring in deeply worked, stone-free soil. Use fresh seed only as viability drops quickly. Harvest in late fall after frost for best flavor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Salsify in New York?

Planting dates for Salsify in New York depend on your USDA zone. New York spans zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is New York for planting?

New York contains USDA hardiness zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

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