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Detroit, AL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Detroit, AL (USDA hardiness zone 7b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 11, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 27, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 27, 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 Detroit, AL’s first frost (~Oct 27, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Detroit

35552

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