What Can Grow in New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire's short but productive growing season suits cold-hardy crops well. The Connecticut River valley offers warmer conditions.

New Hampshire spans USDA zones 4b to 6a. The primary zone is 5b, with a growing season of 140 days. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, beans, corn.

5bPrimary Zone
140 daysAvg Growing Season
4Zones Present
3Cities Covered
🗺️ Hardiness Zones in New Hampshire
4b5a5b6a
🥕 Top Vegetables
tomatoespeppersbeanscornbroccoli
🍎 Top Fruits
applesblueberriesstrawberriespeachesraspberries
🌸 Top Flowers
lupineconeflowerspeonieshostas
🌳 Top Trees
sugar maplewhite birchwhite pinebalsam fir
🌤️ Climate Summary

Humid continental. Cold winters and warm summers. Ample rainfall. Coastal areas milder.

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🏙️ Cities in New Hampshire
Manchester
Zone 5b
Nashua
Zone 5b
Concord
Zone 5a

Frequently Asked Questions

New Hampshire spans USDA hardiness zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a. The most common zone across the state is 5b. Humid continental. Cold winters and warm summers. Ample rainfall. Coastal areas milder.

In New Hampshire, excellent vegetables to grow include tomatoes, peppers, beans, corn, broccoli. The growing season of 140 days allows for a productive single season.

New Hampshire is well suited for growing apples, blueberries, strawberries, peaches, raspberries. Always choose varieties rated for your specific local zone.

New Hampshire's growing season averages 140 days. Humid continental. Cold winters and warm summers. Ample rainfall. Coastal areas milder. Check your specific city or zone page for precise last-frost and first-frost dates.