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Carmi, IL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Carmi, IL (USDA hardiness zone 7a). Typical last spring frost around Apr 15, 2026 12 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 19, 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 Carmi, IL’s first frost (~Oct 19, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Carmi

62821

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