When to Plant Amaranth in Warren County, NJ
Amaranth is an ancient grain crop with edible leaves and seeds, rich in protein and micronutrients. It thrives in warm conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.
Warren County, New Jersey is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.
At an elevation of 369 feet, Warren County receives approximately 48.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Amaranth during the growing season.
Warren County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Amaranth Planting Timeline — Warren County, NJ
Amaranth Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 19 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 23 | Apr 23 – May 14 |
| Harvest | July 30 | Jul 30 – Sep 17 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
194 days in Warren County
Growing Tips for Warren County
Direct sow after last frost when soil is warm. Thin seedlings to 18 inches apart. Harvest leaves when young and tender; harvest seeds when flower heads begin to dry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Amaranth in Warren County, NJ?
Warren County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Amaranth planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Warren County, NJ?
Warren County, New Jersey is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is October 27.
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