Question 1

When should I plant spinach in ZIP 10001?

Accepted Answer

In ZIP 10001, the main spinach target is around Mar 11, based on the representative New York frost station and USDA zone 7b.

Question 2

When should I start spinach seeds indoors in 10001?

Accepted Answer

Spinach is usually direct-sown for ZIP 10001. Use the Mar 11 planting window instead of starting it indoors.

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.

Spinach is usually direct-sown around Mar 11

Spinach dates for New York, NY