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Donaldson, AR planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Donaldson, AR (USDA hardiness zone 8a). Typical last spring frost around Mar 24, 2026 16 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 9, 202612 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 13, 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 Donaldson, AR’s first frost (~Nov 9, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Donaldson

71941

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