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Slater, CO planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Slater, CO (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around Jun 1, 2026 13 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 18, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 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 Slater, CO’s first frost (~Sep 18, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Slater

81653

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