What Can Grow in Annapolis, MD

Annapolis on the Chesapeake Bay has excellent conditions with strong coastal influence and mild winters.

Annapolis, MD is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The growing season lasts about 183 days, with last frost around March 25 and first fall frost around October 25. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, corn.

7aUSDA Zone
183 daysFrost-Free
March 25Last Frost
October 25First Frost
🌱 What Grows in Annapolis
tomatoespepperscornbeanssquashstrawberries
💡 Planting Tips

Bay coastal influence extends season. Plant warm crops after April 10.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Annapolis, MD is in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7a. Annapolis on the Chesapeake Bay has excellent conditions with strong coastal influence and mild winters.

The average last spring frost in Annapolis is around March 25. The first fall frost typically arrives around October 25, giving a frost-free growing season of approximately 183 days.

Annapolis's Zone 7a climate supports growing tomatoes, peppers, corn, beans, squash, strawberries. Bay coastal influence extends season. Plant warm crops after April 10.

In Annapolis, start with cool-season crops like lettuce, spinach, and broccoli a few weeks before the last frost date of March 25. Warm-season crops like tomatoes and peppers should go in after all frost risk has passed.