When to Plant Tomatillo in Beaver County, PA
Tomatillos are a Mexican staple that produces tart, green fruits enclosed in papery husks. They are essential for salsa verde and green sauces.
Beaver County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 171 days.
At an elevation of 1,073 feet, Beaver County receives approximately 38.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Tomatillo during the growing season.
Beaver County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Tomatillo Planting Timeline — Beaver County, PA
Tomatillo Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 5 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 14 | May 14 – May 28 |
| Direct Sow | May 7 | May 7 – May 28 |
| Harvest | July 16 | Jul 16 – Sep 24 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| 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
60–85 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
171 days in Beaver County
Growing Tips for Beaver County
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Plant at least two plants for cross-pollination. Harvest when fruits fill the husk and it begins to split.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Tomatillo in Beaver County, PA?
Beaver County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 30. Plan your Tomatillo planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Beaver County, PA?
Beaver County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and first fall frost is October 18.
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