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Shafter, CA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Shafter, CA (USDA hardiness zone 9a). Typical last spring frost around Feb 20, 2026 20 days year to year), first fall frost around Nov 23, 202613 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Mar 17, 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 Shafter, CA’s first frost (~Nov 23, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Shafter

93263

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