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Glenwood, IA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Glenwood, IA (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 23, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 11, 202611 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 7, 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 Glenwood, IA’s first frost (~Oct 11, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Glenwood

51534

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