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Le Claire, IA planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Le Claire, IA (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 16, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 25, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 30, 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 Le Claire, IA’s first frost (~Oct 25, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Le Claire

52753

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