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Clayton, AL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Clayton, AL (USDA hardiness zone 8b). Typical last spring frost around Mar 11, 2026 16 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 19, 202616 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 31, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Clayton, AL’s first frost (~Nov 19, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Clayton

36016

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Clayton, AL (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.