What Can Grow in Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh at the confluence of three rivers has good growing conditions despite its hilly terrain.

Pittsburgh, PA is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The growing season lasts about 158 days, with last frost around April 20 and first fall frost around October 15. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, beans.

6aUSDA Zone
158 daysFrost-Free
April 20Last Frost
October 15First Frost
🌱 What Grows in Pittsburgh
tomatoespeppersbeanscornbroccoliapples
💡 Planting Tips

Three rivers city. Valley locations warmer. Plant warm crops May 1. Strong community gardens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pittsburgh, PA is in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6a. Pittsburgh at the confluence of three rivers has good growing conditions despite its hilly terrain.

The average last spring frost in Pittsburgh is around April 20. The first fall frost typically arrives around October 15, giving a frost-free growing season of approximately 158 days.

Pittsburgh's Zone 6a climate supports growing tomatoes, peppers, beans, corn, broccoli, apples. Three rivers city. Valley locations warmer. Plant warm crops May 1. Strong community gardens.

In Pittsburgh, start with cool-season crops like lettuce, spinach, and broccoli a few weeks before the last frost date of April 20. Warm-season crops like tomatoes and peppers should go in after all frost risk has passed.