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Frequently Asked Questions

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  7. Vegetable Gardening and Small Fruits
    1. Alternative Gardens
    2. Blueberries
    3. Grapes
    4. Harvesting
    5. More Information
    6. Mulch and Fertilizer
    7. Peppers
    8. Starting a Garden
    9. Strawberries
    10. Taking a Soil Test
    11. Tomatoes
    12. Watering
    13. What To Grow
    14. When To Plant
      1. Q: When can I plant in my garden and be safe from frost damage?
        1. A: The last frost date depends on where you live in New Jersey. In Somerset County the last frost will occur between April 30th and May 15th. Many gardeners use Mother's Day as a guide to when they will begin to plant in their gardens.
      2. Q: When is a good time to plant vegetables?
    15. Zucchini
  8. Wildlife