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Fulton, IL planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Fulton, IL (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around Apr 13, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 26, 202610 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Apr 27, 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 Fulton, IL’s first frost (~Oct 26, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Fulton

61252

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